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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2016IMPALA LS, 3.6L ENG VIN NREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSPOWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM AND RELEASE SYSTEMSREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT SIDE DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE REPLACEMENT (WITH PASSIVE ENTRY PASSIVE START)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2016 Chevrolet Impala LS, 3.6L Eng VIN N

Removal Procedure

2016 Chevrolet Impala LS, 3.6L Eng VIN NSECTION Removal Procedure

Remove the front side door trim. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement .
Remove the front side door water deflector.
Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the front side door outside handle bracket for the luminous reflecting light, if equipped

Fig 1: Luminous Reflecting Light Electrical Connector
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Loosen the screw for the lock cylinder bezel. Refer to Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Bezel Replacement .
NOTE: When removing the door lock cylinder screw Do Not go past the hard stop.
Remove the front side door outside handle (1) from the door as follows:

Fig 2: Pulling Side Door Outside Handle To Rear
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
1. Open the door handle fully.
2. Slide the door handle rearward releasing the handle from the door handle bracket.
3. Remove the front side door outside handle and connector 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.