2007 Cadillac XLR BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Removal Procedure

  1. Move the seat to the forward position, with the seat back also tilted forward.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution .
  2. Disconnect the battery.
  3. Remove the door sill trim. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .
  4. Remove the B-pillar trim panel (1). Refer to Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
    5. Fig 1: View Of Door Latch Access Hole Mastic Cover
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  5. Remove the mastic cover (1) from the door lock access hole in the body.
    6. Fig 2: View Of B-Pillar Mounted Door Latch, Cover Plate & Fasteners
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  6. Remove the fasteners (1) from the B-Pillar mounted door lock (3).
    7. Fig 3: View Of Latch, Lock & Fastener
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  7. Remove the lock (1) from the body access hole.
    8. Fig 4: View Of Electrical Connector Lock
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  8. Slide the electrical connector lock (1) to the open position and remove the connector (2) from the door lock.
    9. Fig 5: View Of Latch & Lock Cover Fasteners
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  9. Remove the fasteners from rear lock cover securing the cables.
  10. Unseat the cable sheath ends and remove the lock cover.
  11. Remove the cable ends by rotating the cable a quarter turn to disengage from the lock-actuating lever.
  12. Remove the lock from the vehicle.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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