Removal Procedure

Important:  The clip retaining the outside door handle opening rod to the door lock should not be reused. To ensure the proper retention of the rod, the clip must be replaced after being opened to release the rod.

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - DOOR .
   Fig 1: Door Trim Panel

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
2. Remove the water deflector.
   Fig 2: Water Deflector

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
3. Remove the rear sight/access plugs.
   Fig 3: Rear Sight/Access Plugs

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
4. Reconnect the power window switch and raise the door window.
5. Disconnect the switch.
   Fig 4: Removing Power Window Switch & Raise Door Window

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
6. Remove the lock rod from the outside handle lock cylinder lever (key lockable outside handle).

   Important:  To ensure the proper retention of the door opening rod to the door lock, the lock clip must be replaced after being opened to release the rod.

7. Remove the clip attaching the outside handle door opening rod to the door lock.
   1. Remove the clip from the door opening rod by prying open the clip using a coolant hose removal tool.
   2. Remove the clip from the door lock by cutting the base of the clip off with a pair of side cutters.
      Fig 5: Removing Lock Rod From Outside Handle Lock Cylinder Lever

      Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
8. Remove the bolts attaching the outside handle.
9. Remove the handle and the gasket.
10. Transfer parts as necessary.
    Fig 6: Removing Bolts Attaching Outside Handle

    Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.