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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSDOOR SYSTEM, MIRROR SYSTEM & WINDOW SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLATCH REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOORREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure

Close the window to the full up position.
Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
Remove the rear half of the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .

Fig 1: Lock Rod Retaining Clip Disconnected/Connected

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Disconnect the lock rod retaining clip from the outside door handle.
Remove the lock rod from the outside door handle.
Disconnect the lock cylinder rod from the cylinder, if equipped.
Remove the inside door handle. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Inside

Fig 2: Door Latch Retaining Screws

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Remove the 3 screws that retain the latch to the door.
Position the latch in order to disconnect the electrical connectors as needed.
Remove the latch from the door.

Fig 3: Inside Handle Lock Rods Removed/Installed

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Noting the position of the inside handle lock rods, remove the inside handle lock rods from the latch.
Noting the position of the outside handle lock rods, remove the outside handle lock rods from the latch.
Remove the actuator from latch. Refer to Lock Actuator Replacement - Front 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.