Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Front Side Door Latch And Front Door Window Regulator Module

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Remove the front door window regulator module. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .
Disconnect the outside handle rod from the latch.

Fig 2: Front Side Door Latch (2 Of 2)
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Remove the outside handle bracket.
Disconnect the lock cylinder rod from the latch.
Disconnect the latch electrical connector.

Fig 3: Latch Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the latch arm from the window regulator module by depressing the tab and sliding rearward.
Disconnect the inside handle rod and lock button rod by twisting the latch.

Fig 4: Inside Handle Rod & Lock Button Rod (1 Of 2)
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Remove the latch from the latch arm by twisting.