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Rear Door Lock Replacement




Rear Door Lock Replacement

Removal Procedure

Note:
The door ajar switch is contained within the lock of the rear door. Therefore replacement of the lock will include the replacement of the rear door ajar switch.





1. Remove the right side rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 60 Door) Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 60 Door)Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 40 Door) Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 40 Door).

2. Remove the lock rods (4) from the lock (1).

3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lock (1).

4. Remove the screws (2) that retain the lock (1) to the right side rear door.

5. Remove the lock (1) from the right side rear door.

6. Remove the lock (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the lock (1) to the vehicle.

2. Install the lock (1) to the right side rear door.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the screws (2) in order to retain the lock (1) to the right side rear door and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

4. Connect the electrical connector to the lock (1).

5. Install the lock rods (4) to the lock (1).

6. Install the right side rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 60 Door) Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 60 Door)Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 40 Door) Rear Side 60/40 Door Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side (E24, 40 Door).