Rear Door Latch: Service and Repair

Rear Door Latch Replacement

Removal Procedure

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




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




6. Remove the manual locking rod (1) from the door by releasing the rod from the retainers (2).




7. Remove the fasteners (2) retaining the door latch (1) to the door.
8. Remove the door latch.

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 (2).




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