Door Lock Cylinder: Service and Repair

Door Lock Cylinder

Removal and Installation

NOTE: When any new lock cylinder is installed, the driver door and ignition lock cylinders should be installed as a set. This eliminates carrying an extra key which fits only 1 lock. If a new key is used, the new key code number is stamped on a metal tag attached to the key.

NOTE: Individual lock cylinders are repaired by discarding the inoperative cylinder and building a new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair package. The lock repair package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the new lock cylinder to the current key code of the vehicle.

1. Remove the front door trim panel.

2. Position the water shield aside.

3. Release the front door push button rod from the door frame retainer.

4. Remove the exterior front door handle nut (rear).
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

5. Remove the door lock cylinder.
- Disconnect the front door lock cylinder actuating rod.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.