Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
- Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door .
- Raise the window to the full up position.
- Apply masking tape around the outside handle.
- Open the outside handle rod to lock clip located on the door lock.
- Remove the outside handle bolt access tape cover (3) from the inner door panel.
- Remove the outside handle bolts (4).
- Remove the outside handle (2) and the rod (1) from the door.
IMPORTANT:
The outside handles have adjustable outside handle lock rods. This allows for adjustment of the amount of travel needed in order to operate the outside handle.
When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods, remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, do not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods, remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, do not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
NOTE:
Refer to Paint Damage Notice in Cautions and Notices.