Door - Front: Latch: Removal

Fig 1: Remove/Install Watershield

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Raise the front window to the full up position and position the watershield aside as necessary to gain access to the latch assembly. (Refer to BODY/DOOR - FRONT/WATERSHIELD - REMOVAL)

Fig 2: Disconnect/Connect Handle Rods
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Disconnect the two actuator rods (2) from the exterior handle (1).

Fig 3: Remove/Install Latch & Actuator Rods
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Disconnect the interior handle actuator rod from the front door latch (3) and remove the rod.
Disconnect the door wire harness connector (2) from the front door latch.
Remove the three bolts (4) that secure the front door latch to the door and remove the latch and actuator rods as an assembly.
If required, remove all of the actuator rods from the actuator.