Front Door Lock Assembly Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki XL-7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise window all the way up.
Remove door trim and door sealing cover referring to Steps 1) to 7) of "Removal" in FRONT DOOR GLASS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove door opening control rods (2). Unlock door lock rod pin retainer (1) and disconnect control rod (2).
Remove door lock control rod (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Door Opening Control Rods, Door Lock Rod Pin Retainer And Door Lock Control Rod
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Disconnect door lock motor lead wire.
Remove lock assembly.