Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt repairs in order to correct lock discrepancies. Replace the lock.

Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door .
Remove the rear inner energy absorber pad. Refer to Energy Absorber Pad Replacement - Inner Rear .

Fig 1: Remove Clips Securing Inside Handle Rod & Lock Rod To Door Handle
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Remove the clips (1) securing the inside handle rod (3) and lock rod (2) to the door handle.
Remove the inside handle rod and lock rod from the door handle.
Use side cutters in order to cut off the outside handle rod-to-lock clip from the lock.
Unscrew the remainder of the clip from the outside handle rod.
Discard the clip.
Remove the screws (1,2,3,) securing the lock to the door.
Remove the lock rod and the inside handle rod from the retaining clips.
Remove the lock from the door with the inside handle rods attached to the lock.

Fig 2: Door Lock Screws
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Remove the inside handle rod and lock rod from the lock.

Fig 3: Door Lock Electrical Connectors
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