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Outside Lock Cylinder



Removal Procedure

1. If door lock cylinders require replacement for any reason, apply a coating of GM P/N 12346241 or equivalent lubricant inside of the lock case and the cylinder keyway prior to assembling and installing the cylinder.
2. Remove the trim panel.
3. Use a sharp bladed tool in order to separate the water deflector at the perforations.






4. Remove the access hole plug (1)
5. Remove the lock rod from the handle.
6. Remove the handle to door nuts (4).
7. Remove the handle from the door (2).
8. Remove the lock rod from the lock cylinder (3).
9. Remove the lock cylinder retainer
10. Remove the lock cylinder and the gasket (5) from the door.

Installation Procedure

Important: Install new plastic retainer clips whenever the lock rods are removed.






1. Install the gasket (5) and the lock cylinder to the door.
2. Install the lock cylinder retainer.
3. Install the lock rod to the lock cylinder
4. Install the handle to the door (2).
5. Install the handle to door nuts (4). Tighten the nuts to 6 Nm (53 lb in).
6. Install the handle lock rod to the handle.
7. Install the access hole plug (1).
8. Install the water deflector.
9. Install the trim panel.