Removal Procedure

The outside handles have adjustable outside handle-to-lock rods. This allows for adjustment of the amount of effort needed to operate the outside handle.

When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle-to-lock rods, it is important that all free play between the outside handle and the lock be removed. Do not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.

1. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
2. Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Rear Door (Impala) .
Fig 1: Outside Door Handle Rod-To-Lock Clip
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3. Unsnap the clip from the outside handle rod and discard the rod-to-lock clip.
Fig 2: Rear Outside Door Handle & Components
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4. Remove the rear door outside door handle bolt access plug.
5. Remove the rear door outside door handle bolts (3).
6. Remove the rear door outside door handle with the handle rod from the door.
7. Separate the handle rod from the outside door handle.