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Not really, just a matter of removing the inner door trim panel and then unbolting the handle from the door, after unhooking the linkage. On some of them the rear window run channel get in the way when your trying to connect the linkage, takes some patience and small fingers. Be sure to run a strip of masking tape around the outside handle before you remove the old one to help protect the paint. Door trim instructions below. If you need more help, drop me a note. The special tools are one that looks like a large tack puller, if you use a wide flat blade behind the panel to apply pressure as you pull you can get by with out it. The retainers are plastic push ins and they break ez, but are cheap to replace, sometimes they pull of the trim panel and GM has an epoxy kit to repair them. The other tool is to remove the window crank handle if you have manual windows. If you have problems, let me know. Thanks

 

Door Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

•	J 9886-01 Regulator Handle Tool

•	J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

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1. Remove the two screws and the armrest cover (YC5).
   

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2. Remove the window handle, if equipped.
   

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3. Pull out on the lock lever escutcheon, starting with the front edge, in order to remove the lock lever escutcheon.
   

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4. Pull out on the top edge and pivot down in order to clear the tab at the trim panel and remove the upper corner trim (YC6 and YC7).
5. Remove the two caps that cover the screws retaining the assist handle.
6. Remove the two screws that retain the handle to the door.
7. Remove the one screw at the front edge of the accessory switch mount plate.
8. Remove the plate from the trim panel.
9. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the switches on the plate, as needed.
10. Remove the door courtesy lamp assembly from the door panel, if equipped. .
11. Use J 38778 in order to remove the trim panel retainers from the door.
12. Remove the trim panel from the door.

Installation Procedure

Important: Use fasteners that can be reset and reused for the front side door trim panels. Replacement is required if the fasteners were damaged during removal.

1. Install the trim panel retainers to the trim panel.
2. Place the window seal portion of the panel over the door frame in order to install the trim panel to the door.
3. Install the door courtesy lamp assembly to the door panel. .
4. Connect the electrical connectors to the switches on the accessory switch mounting plate, as needed.
5. Install the plate to the trim panel.

   Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

6. Install the one screw at the front edge of the accessory switch mount plate.

   Tighten
   Tighten the one screw at the front edge of the accessory switch mount plate to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

7. Install the handle to the door with two screws.

   Tighten
   Tighten the handle to the door with two screws to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

8. Install the two caps that cover the screws on the assist handle.
   

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9. Insert the tab in the slot on the door trim panel and seat the fastener into the door at the top (YC6 and YC7) in order to install the upper corner trim.
   

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10. Snap the lock lever escutcheon into place, starting at the rear edge.
    

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11. Install the window handle, if equipped.
    

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12. Install the armrest cover with two screws (YC5).

    Tighten
    Tighten the armrest cover with two screws to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

13. Document ID: 466869

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    Outside Handle and Lock Cylinder Replacement

    Removal Procedure

    1. If door lock cylinders require replacement for any reason, apply a coating of GM P/N 12346241 or equivalent lubricant inside of the lock case and the cylinder keyway prior to assembling and installing the cylinder.

        

    2. Remove the trim panel. .
    3. Use a sharp bladed tool in order to separate the water deflector at the perforations.
    4. Remove the access hole plug (1).
    5. Remove the lock rod from the handle .
    6. Remove the handle to door nuts (4).
       

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    7. Remove the handle from the door (2).
    8. Remove the lock rod from the lock cylinder (3).
    9. Remove the lock cylinder retainer.
    10. Remove the lock cylinder and the gasket (5) from the door.

    Installation Procedure

    Important: Install new plastic retainer clips whenever the lock rods are removed.

    1. Install the gasket (5) and the lock cylinder to the door.
    2. Install the lock cylinder retainer .
    3. Install the lock rod to the lock cylinder.
       

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    4. Install the handle to the door (2).

       Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    5. Install the handle to door nuts (4).

       Tighten
       Tighten the nuts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

    6. Install the handle lock rod to the handle.
    7. Install the access hole plug (1).
    8. Install the water deflector.
    9. Install the trim panel.

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Answered:	2/22/2008

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