Impala V6-3.8L VIN K (2004)
Rear Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
Door Handle Replacement - Rear Outside
Removal Procedure
The outside handles have adjustable outside handle-to-lock rods. This allows for adjustment of the amount of effort needed to operate the outside handle.
When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle-to-lock rods, it is important that all free play between the outside handle and the lock be
removed. Do not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
1. Remove the rear door trim panel.
2. Remove the rear door water deflector.
3. Unsnap the clip from the outside handle rod and discard the rod-to-lock clip.
4. Remove the rear door outside door handle bolt access plug.
5. Remove the rear door outside door handle bolts (3).
6. Remove the rear door outside door handle with the handle rod from the door.
7. Separate the handle rod from the outside door handle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the rear door outside door handle and the handle rod to the rear door.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the rear door outside door handle bolts (3).
