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Lock Cylinder Replacement - Sliding Door




Lock Cylinder Replacement - Sliding Door

Removal Procedure

Important: If door lock cylinders require replacement for any reason, apply a coating of lubricant GMP/N12346241 or equivalent to the inside of the lock case and the cylinder keyway prior to assembling and installing the cylinder.


1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the lock rod from the lock cylinder(3).
4. Remove the lock rod retainer(1).




5. Remove the lock cylinder and gasket(2).

Installation Procedure

1. Code the new lock cylinder. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding (Key & Lock Cylinder Coding) in General Information.




2. Install the lock cylinder and gasket to the door(2).
3. Install the lock cylinder retainer(1).
4. Use GM P/N12345996, Canadian P/N10953501, High Temperature Water Resistant Lubricant or equivalent in order to lubricate the lock rods and the lock rod guide.
5. Install the lock rod to lock cylinder(3).
6. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement (Service and Repair).
7. Install the trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).