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 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 door window to the full up position.
- Open the outside handle rod to lock clip located on the door lock.
- Remove the outside door handle. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Front Outside .
- Remove the outside door 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.