Front Side Door Latch Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Front Side Door Latch And Screws

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the front side door trim. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement
1	Front Side Door Latch Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2	Front Side Door Latch Procedure Release the door lock cable retainers from the door. Disconnect the door lock electrical connector. Remove the door lock with the handle housing. Remove the handle and lock rods from the lock. Inspect the lock, lock cylinder and handle adjustments. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod Adjustment

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

Remove the front side door trim. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement
Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement

Front Side Door Latch Screw (Qty: 2)

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
10 N.m (89 lb in)

Front Side Door Latch

Procedure

Release the door lock cable retainers from the door.
Disconnect the door lock electrical connector.
Remove the door lock with the handle housing.
Remove the handle and lock rods from the lock.
Inspect the lock, lock cylinder and handle adjustments. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod Adjustment