GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Door Lock Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  3. Remove the inside door handle. Refer to Rear Side Door Inside Handle Replacement .

    4. Object Number: 243422 Size: SH
  4. Remove all the rods that attach to the lock assembly.
  5. Remove the rear door lock actuator electrical connector.
  6. Remove the rear door lock screws.
  7. Remove the door lock.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 243422 Size: SH
  1. Position the rear door lock to the rear 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.

  2. Install the rear door lock screws.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the rear door lock screws to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  3. Install the rear door lock actuator electrical connector.
  4. Install all the rods that attach to the lock assembly.
  5. Install the inside door handle. Refer to Rear Side Door Inside Handle Replacement .
  6. Install the door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  7. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .