For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Open the rear side access door.
2. Remove the rear side access door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.
3. Remove the rear side access door latch control handle. Refer to Rear Side Access Door Inside Handle Replacement .
4. Disconnect the upper latch rod (1) from the control assembly by releasing the retaining clip (2).
5. Disconnect the lower latch rod from the control assembly by releasing the retaining clip (3).
6. Remove the bolts retaining the latch control assembly from the rear side access door.
7. Remove the latch control assembly from the rear side access door.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the latch control assembly to the rear side access door.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the bolts retaining the latch control assembly to the rear side access door.

Tighten
Tighten the latch control assembly bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3. Connect the lower latch rod to the latch control assembly using the retaining clip (3).
4. Connect the upper latch rod (1) to the control assembly using the retaining clip (2).
5. Install the rear side access door latch control handle. Refer to Rear Side Access Door Inside Handle Replacement .
6. Install the rear side access door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
7. Close the rear side access door.