FRONT DOOR LOCK REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.

  • The procedures listed below are for the LH side.


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOWER FRAME BRACKET GARNISH LH


    1. A015B4R

      Detach the clip and claw, and remove the front door lower frame bracket garnish LH.

  4. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL LH


    1. A015C7WE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver, detach the 4 claws and remove the front door inside handle bezel LH.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  5. REMOVE FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL ASSEMBLY LH

    A01560C

    1. Using a moulding remover, detach the 5 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the armrest base panel.

  6. REMOVE DOOR ASSIST GRIP COVER LH


    1. A0157Y7

      Using a moulding remover, detach the 8 claws and remove the door assist grip cover LH.

  7. REMOVE COURTESY LIGHT ASSEMBLY (w/ Courtesy Light)


    1. A015CZX

      Detach the claw.

    2. Remove the courtesy light and then disconnect the connector.

  8. REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A015E4QE01

      Remove the 3 screws.

    2. Remove the 13 clips.

    3. Remove the front inner door glass weatherstrip LH together with the front door trim board sub-assembly LH by pulling them upward in the order shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Make sure that the pin labeled A in the illustration is detached from the door panel.

    4. Disconnect the connector.

    5. A015CXP

      Disconnect the 2 cables from the front door inside handle sub-assembly LH.

  9. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER LH


    1. A015CU6

      Using a clip remover, detach the 9 clamps.

    2. Remove the bolt and disconnect the 2 connectors.

    3. Remove the front door service hole cover LH.

      Tech Tips

      Remove the remaining tape on the door.

  10. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 DOOR STIFFENER CUSHION


    1. A0157SO

      Remove the 2 bolts.

    2. Detach the 2 clamps and front No. 2 door stiffener cushion.

  11. REMOVE FRONT DOOR REAR LOWER FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A0158QE

      Remove the bolt and front door rear lower frame sub-assembly LH.

  12. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE COVER LH


    1. A0159RM

      Remove the hole plug.

    2. Using a T30 "TORX" wrench, loosen the screw and remove the front door outside handle cover LH with the door lock cylinder installed.

    3. A015AJV

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the front door outside handle cover LH.

  13. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A015DFM

      Using a T30 "TORX" wrench, remove the 3 screws.

      Tech Tips

      Remove the door lock through the service hole.

      Note

      Be careful when removing the screws as the door lock may fall and become damaged.

  14. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOCK REMOTE CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A015699

      Remove the front door lock remote control cable assembly LH.

  15. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE LOCKING LH CABLE ASSEMBLY


    1. A0156B8E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver, detach the 3 claws.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

    2. A0155KH

      Remove the front door inside locking cable assembly LH.