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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Malibu Classic 🢒 Diagnostic Navigation 🢒 Vehicle Diagnostic Information 🢒 Front Side Door Lock Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 1215624 Size: SH
  3. Remove the rods from the inside door handle (1). Refer to Front Side Door Inside Handle Replacement .
  4. Remove the clip securing the rods to the front door.
  5. Remove the outside door handle. Refer to Door Outside Handle Replacement .

    6. Object Number: 315760 Size: SH
  6. Remove the screws (1, 2, 3) securing the lock to the front door.
  7. Remove the lock from the front door with the inside rods attached to the lock.

    8. Object Number: 1215634 Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  9. Remove the window guides from the lock.
  10. Remove the inside door handle rods from the lock.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1215635 Size: SH
  1. Install the inside door handle rods to the lock (1).
  2. Install the front door window guides to the lock assembly.
  3. Connect the electrical connectors.

    4. Object Number: 1215634 Size: SH
  4. Install the door lock in position through the access hole in the door inner panel.

    5. Object Number: 315760 Size: SH

    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 door lock screws in the proper fastener tightening sequence. First install the top screw (1), then the bottom screw (2) and lastly the middle screw (3).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1215624 Size: SH
  6. Install a new clip to connect the outside handle rod to the door lock lever.
  7. Position the rod (1) in the clip in order to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle.

    8. Object Number: 1215634 Size: SH
  8. Install the clip cover over the threaded rod.
  9. Install the clip to the inside handle rods.
  10. Install the inside handle rods to the handle.
  11. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  12. Install the trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  13. Inspect the door lock system for proper operation.