Pacifica V6-3.8L VIN L (2005)
Front Door Latch: Service and Repair
LATCH
REMOVAL
1. Remove door trim panel and watershield.
2. Raise door glass.
Fig. 18
3. Disconnect clips holding key cylinder and latch rods to outside door handle (Fig. 18).
4. Disengage wire connector from power door lock motor and push pin from latch.
5. Disengage retainer that attaches latch cover to inner panel.
6. Remove impact foam attaching screws.
7. Remove screws attaching latch to door inner panel.
NOTE: The latch must be lowed below the window regulator rear guide rail, for removal.
8. Remove door latch from door, using care not to damage cables or rods.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The screws attaching the door latch to the door end frame have nylon patches on the threads. All screws must be replaced when the latch has
been removed.
1. Place door latch in position on door inner panel (Fig. 18).
2. Position cables through access hole in water-shield.
3. Install latch cover to inner panel retainer.
4. Install screws attaching door latch to door end frame. Tighten screws to 10 N.m (90 in.lbs.) torque.
5. Insert linkages to door handle and engage clips.
6. Connect wire connector into power door lock motor and push pin into latch.
7. Verify door latch and power door lock operation.
8. Install watershield and front door trim panel.
9. Perform latch adjustment procedure.