Removal Procedure

Using the appropriate tool, open the outside door handle rod clip (1) on the latch.

Fig 1: Outside Door Handle Rod Clip
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

NOTE: It maybe necessary to remove the front or rear side door latch from some of the vehicles to access the rod clip, refer to the appropriate procedure in this sub-section.
Remove the old outside door handle rod clip from the door latch.

Fig 2: Outside Door Handle Rod Clip Retaining Tabs
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

NOTE: The clip for the outside door handle rod is designed for one use only, a new clip Must be installed to the door latch to retain the outside handle rod.

NOTE: Use the appropriate tool to push in on the retaining tabs (1) located on each side of the old clip to remove.