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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Chevrolet)  or Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Pontiac) .
  2. Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door .
  3. Remove the inside door handle. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Inside .
  4. Remove the rear door lock screws.
  5. Fig 1: Identifying Door Lock Components
    GM315760Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the rear door outside handle. Refer to Door Handle Rod Adjustment - Front Outside .
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector to the power lock, if equipped.
  8. Remove the door lock.
  9. Remove the inside handle rod, and lock rod from the lock.
    Fig 2: Removing Inside Handle Rod & Lock Rod - Rear Door
    GM736509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.