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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: The locking rod is replaced as part of the door latch assembly.
    Fig 1: Viewing Locking Rod
    GM1223884Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (Driver)  or Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (Passenger) .
  2. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
  3. Remove the inside door handle. Refer to Door Handle Replacement - Front Inside .
  4. Fig 2: Removing Locking Assembly
    GM1215428Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the window run channel. Refer to Window Run Channel Replacement - Front Door .
  6. Remove the locking assembly, including the attached locking rod (5).