Front Door Latch: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove door trim panel and watershield.
2. Raise door glass.
3. Disconnect lock rod from lock button bellcrank.

Latch And Lock Rod Clips:

4. Disengage lock and latch rods from clips on inner door panel.

Lock And Latch Rods At Door Latch:

5. Disconnect lock and latch rods from outside door handle and key cylinder at door latch.
6. Disengage wire connector from power door lock motor.

Door Latch:

7. Remove screws holding door latch to door end frame.
8. Separate door latch from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Do not close door before adjusting the door latch. Door may fail to reopen.

1. Position door latch on vehicle.
2. Install screws holding door latch to door end frame.
3. Engage wire connector to power door lock motor.
4. Connect lock and latch rods from outside door handle and key cylinder at door latch.
5. Engage lock and latch rods to clips on inner door panel.
6. Connect lock rod from lock button bellcrank.
7. Adjust door latch.
8. Verify operation of door latch. Readjust if necessary
9. Install door trim panel and watershield.