Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
Rear Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
Door Handle Replacement
Outside Handle and Lock Cylinder Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the window to the full up position.
2. Remove the front door trim panel.
3. Remove the front door water deflector.
4. Remove the door outside handle rod (2) from the door lock actuator.
5. Remove the door lock cylinder rod from the front door lock cylinder (4).
6. Remove the door outside handle bolts (3).
7. Remove the door outside handle (1).
8. Remove the door inside locking rod from the door outside handle.