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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Door Handle
    GM2595975Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the door handle (1) to the door (2) as follows:
    1. Insert the door handle into the door handle pocket.
    2. Slide the door handle forward securing it into the door handle bracket.
  2. Fig 2: Side Door Outside Handle
    GM2212931Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Handle will snap back to flush condition, continue to turn the fastener in the clockwise (right) direction until proper torque is reached.

  3. Install the bezel with cylinder/cover and blank cylinder (1) in the door.

    Hold the bezel or cover flush to the door sheet metal and turn the cylinder clamp screw (2) until proper torque is reached.

  4. Tighten the screw to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the door handle for the pass key entry ( ATH ).
  6. Fig 3: Cover Cap
    GM2019726Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install the cover cap that conceals the screw (1) to the inside edge of the door.
  8. Vehicle with passive entry/passive start do the following:
    1. Close all doors on the vehicle.
    2. With the key fob, lock all the doors.
    3. Put key fob in pocket.
    4. NOTE:

      Each door should open, if door does not open then further diagnostic needs to be completed.

    5. Walk up to every door and open.
  9. Install the door water deflector.
  10. Install the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Replacement .