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Body - Door Handle Sticks Out/Door Won't Latch

Bulletin No.: 04-08-64-011

Date: May 27, 2004

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Door Handle Sticks Out, Door Will Not Latch (Lubricate Door Handle Pawl)

Models:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu, Malibu Maxx
2005 Chevrolet Equinox

Condition

Some customers may comment that the exterior door handle sticks out after opening the door, or the door will not latch when closed.

Cause

This condition may be caused by the handle not returning to the closed position.

Correction





Pull the door handle to its full open position and apply Super Lube to the top and bottom of the door handle pawl as seen in the illustration above. Cycle the handle several times and reapply lubricant, if necessary.





Parts Information

Parts are currently from GMSPO.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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