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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 497 (POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR SIDE DOOR LOCK REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
Remove the rear door speaker. Refer to Radio Rear Side Door Speaker Replacement .
Remove the rear inside door handle. Refer to Rear Side Door Inside Handle Replacement .
Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
Remove the rear door window run channel. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Channel Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Door Lock Cable Retainer & Lock Cables

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Disconnect the lock cable retainer (1) and remove the lock cables (2) from the retainer.
Disconnect the outside door handle rod by releasing the retaining clip on the outside door handle.
Remove the bolt (1) retaining the door lock assembly to the inner panel, if equipped with AU3.
Remove the screws retaining the door lock assembly to the door.

Fig 2: View Of Door Lock Assembly Retaining Screws

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear door lock assembly, if equipped with AU3.
Remove the door lock assembly from the door.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.