CTS V6-3.2L VIN N (2003)
Rear Door Interior Handle: Service and Repair
Door Handle Replacement - Rear Inside
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer toTrim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door See: Rear Door Panel/Service and Repair
2. Remove the fastener (1) attaching the inside door handle (2) to the door trim panel.
3. Remove the inside door handle from the door trim panel by sliding the handle towards the front of the vehicle.
4. Remove the door handle from the door handle linkage.
Installation Procedure
1. Insert the inside door handle rod (1) into the hole in the door handle assembly (2).
2. Rotate the door handle assembly up towards the front of the vehicle.
3. Slide the assembly (2) towards the rear of the vehicle to engage the three tabs.
Notice: Refer toFastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
4. Install the door handle fastener.
Tighten the fastener to 2 Nm (18 lb in).
5. Install the door trim panel. Refer toTrim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door See: Rear Door Panel/Service and Repair