2007 Buick Rainier Door Lock Actuator

You should remove the door trim panel, the front half of the water deflector to expose the door access hole, the bolt retaining the front lower window run channel, the 2 bolts that retain the check link to the pillar, the rubber dust boot from the check link to gain access to the door retaining nuts, the 2 check link retaining nuts from the door and the check link assembly through the door access hole.

You should remove all of the related panels and components, the sealer surrounding the hinge, the hinge, and the remaining weld from the mating surface to ensure a flush fit of the service hinge.

You should Install the actuator to the latch, the 3 fasteners that retain the latch to the door, the outside handle lock rod to the outside handle, the inside door handle lock rod to the latch, the water deflector, and the door trim panel.