LaCrosse V6-3.6L VIN 7 (2006)
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Rear Door Latch: Service and Repair
Lock Replacement - Rear Door
Removal Procedure
Important: Do not attempt repairs in order to correct lock discrepancies. Replace the lock.
1. Remove the rear door trim panel.
2. Remove the rear door water deflector.
Important: The outside handles have adjustable outside handle lock rods. This allows for adjustment of the amount of travel needed in
order to operate the outside handle.
When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods, remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, do
not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
3. Open the outside handle rod to lock clip located on the door lock.
The door handle rod should be loose from the lock.
4. Remove the screws (1, 3, 2) securing the lock to the door.
5. Remove the door lock and cable/rod through the access hole in the door inner panel.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lock by pulling out the tab.
7. Remove the door lock and cable from the lock.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the door lock and cable to the lock.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the lock by pushing in on the tab.
3. Install the lock and cable/rod through the access hole in the inner door panel.