Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Replacement

Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure

Note: When performing this procedure the latch and handle bracket assembly Must be removed from the vehicle to replace the door lock cylinder assembly.

1. Remove the front side door latch and door outside handle bracket assembly as one from the door. Refer to Front Side Door Latch Replacement Service and Repair.





Note: Its not necessary to disconnect the inside or outside handle cables to replace the door lock cylinder.

2. Disconnect the front side door lock cylinder rod (1) from the lock cylinder.




3. From the back side of the outside handle bracket, use a suitable tool, push up and down on the lock cylinder retainers (1) releasing the retainer from the cylinder.




4. With the lock cylinder retainer (1) removed pull the lock cylinder (2) rearward releasing it from the handle bracket (3).

Installation Procedure





Note: Ensure that the door lock cylinder is engage all the way into the side door handle locator tabs. Insert the key into the door lock cylinder, turn left to right checking for binding before install the assembly to the vehicle.

1. Install the lock cylinder retainer (1) to the front side door outside handle bracket assembly (3).

2. Install the door lock cylinder (2) in the front side door outside handle bracket, push forward locking the lock cylinder (2) into the lock cylinder retainer.




3. Connect the door lock cylinder rod (1) to the lock cylinder.

4. Install the front side door latch and handle bracket assembly as one in the vehicle. Refer to Front Side Door Latch Replacement Service and Repair.

5. Ensure that the door lock system operates properly before installing the trim.