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Installation Procedure

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  1. Ensure that the lock cylinder gasket is in place when install the lock cylinder to the handle.
  2. Position the door handle to the door.
  3. Guide the outside door handle into the outside door handle pocket.
    4. NOTE: The follow step doesn't require the door handle rod or lock cylinder rod to be removed from the handle housing.
  4. Reach inside the inner door panel, pull downward on the outside handle bracket cam allowing the handle to be install to the housing. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod Replacement  for reference only.
  5. Loosen the lock cylinder clamp screw to the left until the mechanical hard stop is reached.
    6. Fig 1: Handle Cover
    GM2019728Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the lock cylinder and cover (1).
    7. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  7. Install the lock cylinder clamp screw to the right until the mechanical hard stop is reached. Tighten to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
    8. Fig 2: Cover Cap
    GM2019726Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the screw plug (1) to the side door.
  9. Inspect the door lock system for proper operation before installing the door trim panel.
  10. Install the water deflector.
  11. Install the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement .
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