Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rear quarter lower trim in order to gain access to the anchor plate. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower (Aztek) or Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower (Rendezvous) .
- Mark the position of the rear door lock striker with a grease pencil.
- Remove the screws from the lock striker.
- Remove the lock striker and the shims.
- Remove the anchor plate.