Removal Procedure
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- Raise the window.
- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Crew Cab) .
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door (Crew Cab) .
- Disconnect the inside door lock rod from the handle retainer clip.
- Disconnect the manual door lock rod from the door retainer clips.
- Remove the rubber plug in order to disengage the outside handle rod retainer.
- Disconnect the cylinder lock rod (1).
- Remove the bolts (2) which retain the door lock actuator to the door.
- Remove the door lock actuator and control rods as an assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the door lock actuator, if equipped.
- Remove the control rods as necessary.