Front Door Latch: Service and Repair

Front Side Door Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the door.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Remove the water deflector.
4. Remove the window run channel.
5. Disconnect the lock actuator electrical connector.




6. Disconnect the outside door handle rod (1) by releasing the retaining clip on the door latch.




7. Disconnect the lock cylinder rod by releasing the retaining clip (1).
8. Remove the manual locking rod from the door by releasing the rod from the retainers.




9. Remove the fasteners (2) retaining the door latch (1) to the door.
10. Remove the door latch (1).

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Place the latch (1) into position in the door, and install the 3 fasteners (2) that retain the latch to the door.

Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




2. Install the manual locking rod (1) to the door by securing the rod in the retainers.




3. Connect the lock cylinder rod by securing rod in the retaining clip (1).




4. Connect the outside door handle rod (1) by securing the rod in the retaining clip on the door latch.
5. Connect the lock actuator electrical connector.
6. Operate door handle functions to ensure proper operation.
7. Install the window run channel.
8. Install water deflector.
9. Install door trim panel.