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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
  2. Pull back the front door water deflector enough to access the lock rod. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
  3. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Front Door Lock Rod
    GM893673Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Detach the lock rod from the latch assembly by pulling outward.
  5. Remove the lock rod by pulling up through the access hole.