Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Montana, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 2003 Chevrolet Venture. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front door lock module. Refer to DOOR MODULE REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
Disconnect the front door lock actuator electrical connectors.
Remove the front door outside handle lock rod bracket.

Fig 1: View of Front Door Lock Module
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Remove the front door lock actuator screws.
Remove the front door lock actuator from the front door lock.

Fig 2: Removing Front Door Lock Actuator Screws
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