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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 17 (DOOR SYSTEM, MIRROR SYSTEM & WINDOW SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSLATCH REPLACEMENT - FRONT DOORREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Removal Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Front Door Lock Rod

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Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
Pull back the upper weatherstrip from the rear of the window. Refer to Weatherstrip Replacement - Front Door Window .
Remove the lower rear window run channel. Refer to Window Run Channel Replacement - Front Door .

Fig 2: Removing Manual Lock Rod

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Remove the manual lock rod.
Remove the inside door handle with the actuator rod from the latch mechanism.
Use a permanent marker to mark the lock cylinder rod to latch mechanism relationship for correct reinstallation.
Remove the latch/lock mechanism from the door.
Slide the lock rod off the lock cylinder arm.
Remove the power door lock electrical connector and the 2 actuator rods from the latch mechanism.
Remove the screws from the latch.
Remove the latch with the lock rod from the door.
Remove the lock rod from the latch mechanism.

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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.