Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front door window regulator. Refer to "FRONT DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR ".
Remove the front door window rear glass run.
Remove the door side grommet, and the bolt (TORX T30) from the grommet hole.
1. Torx bolt: 5.3 N.m (0.54 kg-m, 47 in-lb)
Fig 1: Identifying TORX T30 Bolt
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While pulling the outside handle, remove the door key cylinder assembly or escutcheon.

Fig 2: Removing Door Key Cylinder Assembly
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Separate the key cylinder rod from the door key cylinder assembly (if equipped).
While pulling the outside handle, slide it toward rear of vehicle to remove.

Fig 3: Pulling Outside Handle And Sliding Toward Rear Of Vehicle For Removal
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Remove the front and rear gaskets.

Fig 4: Identifying Front And Rear Gaskets
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Remove the TORX bolts (T30), and the door lock assembly.
1. Door lock assembly bolts: 7.5 N.m (0.77 kg-m, 00 in-lb)
Fig 5: Removing TORX Bolts (T30)
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While pulling the outside handle bracket, slide it toward the rear of vehicle to remove it and the door lock assembly.

Fig 6: Pulling Outside Handle Bracket And Sliding It Toward Rear Of Vehicle To Remove
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Disconnect the door lock actuator electrical connector.
Separate the outside handle cable connection from the outside handle bracket.

Fig 7: Identifying Outside Handle Cable And Outside Handle Bracket
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