Locking Rod Replacement - Front Door

Removal Procedure

Inside handle rod and actuator (lock button) rod
1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
2. Cycle the window to the full up position.
3. Partially remove the water deflector.
4. Remove the rods (1-4) as required.

Lock cylinder rod and outside handle rod - front doors only
1. Remove the door outer panel. Refer to Outer Panel - Front Door .
2. Cycle the window to the full up position.
3. Partially remove the door insulator. Refer to Insulator - Front Door .

Important

The rod retaining clips used in the door lock levers and mechanisms are not re-usable. Retention characteristics are minimized once a rod is extracted. The clips must be replaced every time a rod is extracted.

Important

To adjust the rods, it is necessary to remove all of the tension on all of the components. If equipped with an adjustable nut, rotate the nut until it reaches the lock lever with no tension and install to the lock lever. If equipped with an adjustable clip, remove the clip from the rod and install to the lock lever. Install the rod to the clip with no tension. Make sure the inside door lock handle is in the proper position when "locked."

4. Remove the rods (1-4) as required.

Installation Procedure

Inside door handle rod and actuator (lock button) rod
1. Install the rods (1-4).
2. Install the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
3. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .

Lock cylinder rod and outside handle rod - front doors only
1. Install the rods (1-4).
2. Install the sound door insulator. Refer to Insulator - Front Door .
3. Install the door outer panel. Refer to Outer Panel - Front Door .