S10/T10 Blazer 2WD L4-121 2.0L VIN Y 2-bbl (1983)
2.
Remove the end gate inner panel reinforcement from the end gate (Figure 1, Item 1).
3.
Disconnect the end gate lock rods (Figure 2, Items 1 and 2).
4.
Remove the lock cylinder retainer (Figure 3, Item 2).
5.
Working through the access hole, remove the lock cylinder and gasket (Figure 3, Items 4 and 3) through the outer panel.
6.
Remove the spring (located on the lock assembly) and carefully bend the spring ends just far enough to eliminate any clearance between the lock
pawl assembly and the lock cylinder housing (Figure 3, Items 6 and 4).
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