Removal (Rear Door - Impala)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2002 Chevrolet Impala, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and 2001 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove inside door handle bezel screw. Remove inside door handle bezel from door trim panel. Remove power door lock switch from inside door handle bezel using a small, flat-blade tool in order to release retainers. Disconnect electrical connector from power door lock switch. Remove inside door handle bezel from vehicle.
- Remove screws from door armrest pull cup. Apply protective tape at insertion point of small flat-blade tool in order to prevent damage to inner door trim panel. Remove door armrest pull cup from inner door trim panel using a small flat-blade tool at front of door armrest pull cup and press rearward in order to release clip retainer.
- Remove door armrest pull cup from inner door trim panel. Remove screws from pull cup bracket. Remove door trim panel using door trim clip tool to disengage fasteners from door inner panel. Disconnect and reposition electrical connectors. Remove door trim panel from vehicle.
- Remove door pull handle bracket from door inner panel. Disconnect all required electrical connectors. Remove inside door handle gasket. Remove door water deflector from door inner panel.
- Remove door outside handle rod from lock. Remove door inside handle rods at door handle. Remove clip securing door inside handle rods from rear door. Remove door lock screws. Remove door lock from door with door inside handle rods attached to lock. Disconnect electrical connector(s). Remove door inside handle rods from door lock.