Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the exterior front door handle. Refer to EXTERIOR FRONT DOOR HANDLE .

Fig 1: Loosening Screw
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Loosen the screw until the door latch remote control is sliding free.

Fig 2: Releasing Clip
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Position the interior door handle aside
- Pull to release the clip.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Door Latch Screws
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Remove and discard the door latch screws.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Door Latch Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the door latch electrical connector.
1. Release the clip.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Remove the front door latch assembly.
- Slide the door latch remote control towards the front of the vehicle.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Anti-Theft Guard Screws
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Remove the screws and position the anti-theft guard aside.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Exterior Door Handle Actuating Rod
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Open the clip and disconnect the exterior door handle actuating rod.
Disconnect the lock/unlock rod clip.
NOTE:
- Transfer components as necessary.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.