FAQ for Door Latch Assembly Repair
Q: What is the removal procedure for the latch control assembly?
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The procedure is to remove the rear side access door trim panel, remove the rear side access door latch control handle, remove the bolts retaining the latch control assembly from the rear side access door, and then remove the latch control assembly from the rear side access door.
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01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the latch control assembly?
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The proper way is to install the latch control assembly to the rear side access door, install the bolts retaining the latch control assembly to the rear side access door, install the rear side access door latch control handle, and then install the rear side access door trim panel.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What will be done to correct the door latch freezing in cold temperatures?
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You should verify that the striker properly engages the latch and that no obstructions are preventing the door from closing, and then allow the latch to completely thaw and apply compressed air for two seconds to the latch to force out any moisture.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the door-side wedge?
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The procedure is to open the rear side access door, and then remove the wedge from the side access door by squeezing the retainer clip on the wedge and rotating the wedge downward.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the lower latch?
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The procedure is to remove the rear side access door trim panel, remove the bolts retaining the lower latch to the rear side access door, remove the nut retaining the lower latch to the rear side access door, and then remove the lower latch from the rear side access door.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the body side wedge?
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The procedure is to open the rear side access door, remove the wedge from the body using a plastic, flat-bladed tool, and then remove all adhesive from the body using 3M Scotch Brite molding adhesive remover disk 3M P/N 07201, or equivalent.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the front door lock?
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The procedure is to remove the front door trim panel, remove the front door water deflector, remove the front inside door handle, remove the front door window run channel, remove the screws retaining the door lock assembly to the door, and then remove the door lock assembly from the door.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the body side wedge?
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The proper way is to align the tabs on the wedge to the holes in the body, inspect the wedge for proper adhesion, and then close the rear side access door.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the upper latch?
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The procedure is to remove the rear side access door trim panel, remove the bolts retaining the lower latch to the rear side access door, and then remove the nut retaining the lower latch to the rear side access door.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the lower latch?
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The proper way is to install the lower latch to the rear side access door, install the bolts retaining the lower latch to the rear side access door, install the nut retaining the lower latch to the rear side access door, and then install the rear side access door trim panel.
By BobGM Specialist
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