Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
- Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
- Raise the window to the full upright position.
- Apply masking tape around the outside door handle.
- Open the outside door handle rod to lock clip located on the door lock.
The outside handle rod should be loose from the lock.
- Remove the outside door handle. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Front Outside .
- Remove the outside handle (1) and the rod (2) 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.