Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Disconnect/Connect Inside Handle Rod & Lock Rod From Latch Assembly

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Connect the inside handle rod and lock rod to the latch assembly.
Connect the latch wiring pig tail at the latch, if equipped.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Rear Door Latch Assembly With The Inside Handle

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Install the rear door latch assembly with the inside handle and lock rod attached by doing the following:
- Position the lock rods into the lower opening in the door structure and out at the lock rod pass through hole.
- Position the latch into the door structure through the lower opening.
- Rotate the latch into position.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Door Latch Bolts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the screws to the latch mechanism.
Tighten the top screw first, the bottom screw second, and the middle screw last.
Tighten: Tighten screws to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Check for proper adjustment of outside handle rod. There should be no tension on pivot or door latch.

Adjust the outside handle rod to freely enter the clamshell-style retainer clip door latch and secure into position.
Connect the latch wiring harness clips to the door structure, if equipped.

Fig 4: View Of Rear Door Latch

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Connect the latch wiring connector to the door wiring harness, if equipped.
Install the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
Install the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .