Removal Procedure

Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
Remove the front door inside handle spring from the retainer clip.

Fig 1: Removing Front Door Inside Handle Spring From Retainer Clip
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Using a small flat-bladed tool, remove the front door inside handle from the lock module.

Fig 2: Removing Front Door Inside Handle From Lock Module
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Pull back on the door inside handle assembly.

Fig 3: Removing Door Inside Handle Assembly
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Separate the upper and lower portions from each other. Slide the upper and lower portions off the lock rods.

Fig 4: Separating Upper & Lower Portions
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