FRONT DOOR LOCK (for Sedan): Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides.
• The procedure described below is for the LH side.

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
2. REMOVE FRONT DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY (w/o Power Window)  (See DISASSEMBLY )
3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOWER FRAME BRACKET GARNISH  (See DISASSEMBLY )
4. REMOVE FRONT ARMREST BASE UPPER PANEL  (See DISASSEMBLY )
5. REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See DISASSEMBLY )
6. REMOVE OUTER REAR VIEW MIRROR  (See REMOVAL )
7. REMOVE FRONT DOOR BELT MOULDING  (See REMOVAL )
8. REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BRACKET  (See DISASSEMBLY )
9. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER  (See DISASSEMBLY )
10. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See DISASSEMBLY )
11. REMOVE FRONT DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See DISASSEMBLY )
12. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN  (See DISASSEMBLY )
13. REMOVE FRONT DOOR FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY REAR LOWER  (See DISASSEMBLY )
14. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE COVER  (See DISASSEMBLY )
15. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK 
    1. Using "Torx" socket wrench T30, loosen the 3 screws.
       NOTE: Do not drop or damage the front door lock when removing the screws.
    2. Move the front door lock downward, remove the outside handle frame link and remove the front door lock.

       HINT:

       Remove the front door lock through the service hole.

       Fig 1: Locating Front Door Lock Screws

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    3. Open the cover.
       Fig 2: Locating Cover

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    4. Disconnect the front door lock remote control cable and the front door inside locking cable.
    5. Remove the door lock wire harness seal.
       Fig 3: Locating Front Door Lock Remote Control Cable And Front Door Inside Locking Cable

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