Rear Door Latch: Service and Repair

Latch Replacement - Rear Door

Removal Procedure

1. Close the window to the full up position.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Remove the water deflector.




4. Remove the inside door handle lock rods from the latch.




5. Disconnect the outside handle lock rod from the outside handle.




6. Remove the 3 fasteners that retain the latch to the door.
7. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the latch.
8. Remove the latch from the door.
9. Remove the actuator from the latch.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the actuator to the latch.




2. Position the latch to the door.
3. Connect the electrical connectors to the latch.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the 3 fasteners that retain the latch to the door.

Tighten the fasteners to 10.0 N.m (22 lb in).




5. Install the outside handle lock rod to the outside handle.




6. Install the inside door handle lock rod to the latch.
7. Install the water deflector.
8. Install the door trim panel.