Lock Replacement - Front Door
REMOVAL PROCEDURE1. Remove the water deflector.
2. Remove the front window.
3. Remove the 2 screws that secure the rear guide channel.
4. Remove the rear guide channel from the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the joint (1) and remove the outside handle rod (2).
6. Remove the following components from the door lock assembly (3):
^ The inside handle rod
^ The inside lock rod
^ The outside lock rod
7. Remove the 3 screws and the door lock assembly (3) from the door.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the door lock assembly (3) to the door. Secure the assembly with the 3 screws.
2. Install the following components to the door lock assembly (3):
^ The inside handle rod
^ The inside lock rod
^ The outside lock rod
3. Install the outside handle rod (2) to the joint (1) of the outside handle.
IMPORTANT: The door lock may not operate correctly if the push rod play is not within specifications.
4. Test the play of the push rod (1) by operating the outside door handle. If the push rod play is not within specification, repair or replace the detective component.
Adjust
Adjust the push rod to a play of 0.1-1.5 mm (0.004-0.06 in).
5. Confirm the following conditions:
^ The door does not open when locked.
^ The door opens when unlocked.
6. Install the rear guide channel. Secure the channel with the 2 screws.
7. Install the front window.
8. Install the water deflector.