Power Door Lock Actuator: Service and Repair

Front Door Lock Actuator

Removal
1 Remove the window regulator. For additional information, refer to Front Door Window Regulator Service and Repair




2 Release the door latch.
- Remove the 3 Torx bolts.
- Disconnect the 3 electrical connectors.




3 Remove the door lock cylinder.
- Remove the Torx screw.




4 Release the front door exterior handle.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.




5 Remove the front door exterior handle.
- Release from the door handle mechanism.




6 Remove the door handle mechanism and latch assembly.
- Remove the Torx screw.
- Release the retainer.




7
NOTE:
Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.
Detach the door release cable from the door handle mechanism.
- Carefully release the clips.




8 Detach the door lock cable from the door latch.
- Carefully release the clips.




9 Remove the door handle mechanism and latch assembly security panel.
- Drill out the rivet.
- Release the 2 clips.

Installation
1 Install the door handle mechanism and latch assembly security panel.
- Secure in the clips.
- Install the new rivet.
2 Attach the door lock cable to the door latch.
- Secure in the clips.
3 Attach the door release cable to the door handle mechanism.
- Secure in the clips.
4 Install the door handle mechanism and latch assembly.
5 Install the front door exterior handle.
- Attach to the door handle mechanism.
6 Secure the front door exterior handle.
- Connect the electrical connector.
7 Install the door lock cylinder.
- Tighten the Torx screw to 6 Nm (4 lb.ft).
8 Secure the door latch.
- Tighten the Torx bolts to 7 Nm (5 lb.ft).
- Connect the electrical connectors.
9 Install the window regulator. For additional information, refer to Front Door Window Regulator Service and Repair