Removal Procedure

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

Important: If you are removing the rear door only. Perform steps 9-13.

Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door .
Remove the rear door wiring harness. Refer to Wiring Harness Replacement-Rear Door .
Remove the rear door lock. Refer to Lock Replacement - Rear Door .
Remove the rear door window regulator. Refer to Window Regulator Replacement-Rear Door .
Remove the rear door outside handle. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Rear Outside .
Remove the rear door hinges. Refer to Hinge Replacement - Rear Door .
Remove the rear door check link. Refer to Door Check Link Replacement - Rear .
Remove the rear door stationary window. Refer to Window Replacement-Rear Door Stationary .
Using a small flat-bladed tool, remove the rear door wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the rear door pillar.
Disconnect the rear door wiring harness electrical connector (1).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Rear Door Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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Remove the rear door check link bolt.

Fig 2: Locating Rear Door Hinge
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Remove the rear door hinge intermediate bolts.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Door Hinge Intermediate Bolt

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Remove the rear door with an assistant.