Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
- Peel the water deflector forward just far enough to access the outside door handle.
- Disconnect the outside door handle latch rod (1) by opening the retainer (2) on the door latch.
- Remove the outside door handle fasteners through the access holes (1).
- Remove the handle, with latch rod attached, by lifting up and out.
- Remove the rod from the door handle.