Removal Procedure

Remove the front door locking system module. Refer to Locking System Module Replacement - Front Door .
Press down on the locking tab and remove the front door inside handle.

Fig 1: Removing Front Door Inside Handle
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Disconnect the front door inside handle rods from the rod guide.
Disconnect the front door inside handle rods from the front door lock.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Front Door Inside Handle Rods
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Using a small flat-bladed tool, press the front door lock retainer in and slide forward to disengage from the front door locking system module.
Remove the front door lock from the front door locking system module.

Fig 3: Removing Front Door Lock
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