Rear Door Latch: Service and Repair

Heavy Duty Riveter:

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear door trim panel.
2. Position the watershield aside.







3. Remove the lock rod bell crank rivet, and discard the bushing.
^ Disconnect the push button lock rod from the bellcrank.

CAUTION: When removing the rivet's center pin, use care not to damage the door panel sheet metal.







4. Unclip and disconnect the exterior door handle actuating rod.

CAUTION: When connecting the exterior door handle actuating rod, allow it to hang free before clipping it into place.







5. Remove the bolts, and position the rear door latch aside.







6. Remove the cover, and disconnect the rear door lock actuator cable.
^ Disconnect the electrical connector(s).
7. Transfer components as necessary.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ The special tool must be used to install the new rivet.