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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR DOOR (CARGO DOORS)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR DOOR (E54)  .
  2. Remove the water deflector away from the door. Refer to WATER DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT .
  3. Remove the rod that retains the actuator to the lever.
  4. Remove the actuator wiring connector.
  5. Remove the rivets that retain the actuator to the door.

    Drill out the head of the rivet with a 5 mm (3/16 in) drill bit.

  6. Remove the actuator from the door.
    Fig 1: Removing Door Lock Actuator
    G01567384Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.