Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear door trim panel. refer to REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL .

Fig 1: Positioning Water Shield
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Position the water shield aside.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Door Latch Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the door latch electrical connector.
1. Release the clip.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  
  Fig 3: Positioning Rear Door Glass Top Run
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Position the rear door glass top run aside.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Position the door glass top run aside.
  
  Fig 4: Disconnecting Exterior Door Handle Actuating Rod
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Disconnect the exterior door handle actuating rod.
1. Open the clip.
2. Disconnect the actuating rod.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Rear Door Latch Screws
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Remove and discard the rear door latch screws.
Remove the rear door latch.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Interior Door Handle Cable
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Disconnect the interior door handle cable.
1. Release the cable conduit.
2. Disconnect the cable.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.