Century V6-3.1L VIN J (2005)
Front Door Exterior Handle: Adjustments
Door Handle Rod Adjustment - Front Outside
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (See: Front Door Panel/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the water deflector as needed. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door. See: Front Door Panel/Service and Repair
3. Use side cutters in order to cut off the outside handle rod-to-lock clip from the lock.
4. Unscrew the remainder of the clip from the outside handle rod.
Discard the clip.
Installation Procedure
1. In order to adjust, install a new outside handle rod-to-lock clip onto the door lock lever.
2. Position the outside door handle rod in the clip in order to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle.
3. Press the cover closed over the threaded outside door handle rod.
4. Install the water deflector as needed. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door. See: Front Door Panel/Service and Repair
5. Install the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door (See: Front Door Panel/Service and Repair) .
6. Inspect the door lock system for proper operation.
