Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2008 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

Raise the window to the full up position.
Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
Remove the front water deflector, as necessary. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

NOTE: Refer to PAINT DAMAGE NOTICE .

Apply masking tape around the outside handle.

Fig 1: View Of Handle Rod To Lock Clip

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Open the outside door handle rod to lock clip located on the door lock.
Remove the lock cylinder rod from the outside door handle. Refer to Door Lock Cylinder Replacement .

Fig 2: Identifying Outside Handle Bolts

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Remove the door handle bolt access tape from the inner door panel.
Remove the bolts (1, 2) from the outside handle.

Fig 3: View Of Outside Handle & Rod

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Remove the outside handle (1) and the rod (2) from the door.