NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands. Raise the glass fully. Remove these items: Door panel (see page 20-15) Plastic cover, as necessary (see page 20-5) Rod protector, for some models (see step 3 on page 20-16) Remove the screws securing the latch (see step 5 on page 20-17). With power door lock, disconnect the actuator rod (A) and connector (B), then remove the actuator (C). Disconnect the lock rod (A) from the lock crank (B).

Remove the bolt, then remove the collar (A) from the centre channel (B). Fastener Location : Bolt, 1 Move the latch (A) through the gap between the centre channel (B) and door, then remove it. Take care not to bend any of the rods. If necessary, remove any of the rods from the latch. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: Make sure the connector is plugged in properly (with power door lock), and each rod is connected securely. Make sure the door locks and opens properly.