Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2004)
Front Door Latch: Service and Repair
Lock Replacement - Front Door
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the front door trim panel.
2. Remove the front door water deflector.
3. Remove the rods from the inside door handle (1).
4. Remove the clip securing the rods to the front door.
5. Remove the outside door handle.
6. Remove the screws (1, 2, 3) securing the lock to the front door.
7. Remove the lock from the front door with the inside rods attached to the lock.
8. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
9. Remove the window guides from the lock.