OEM 2001 Cadillac Eldorado Door Latch Assembly

2001 Cadillac Eldorado Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front Door Latch Assembly on 2001 Cadillac Eldorado?

  A: The first step for front door latch replacement requires removal of door trim panel along with water deflector. The installation of the front door latch starts by uninstalling the window followed by removing the retainer from both keys and outer handle rods. Detach the three lock fasteners before removing both key cylinder lock rods and outside handle rods from the lock mechanism. Unplug the electrical wires from the lock and Window Motor and module then detach the nuts and bolt in order to extract the door module. A lock module should be positioned to the door by securing it to door studs through initial nut and bolt tightening. Before tightening the lock fasteners to 10 n.m (89 lb in), pull the door module assembly towards the rear. This installation requires securement through three fasteners that must be torqued to 10 n.m (89 lb in) using the correct sequence. Secure each electrical connector before installing the outside handle and lock rods when you have finished tightly securing nuts and bolts at 6 n.m (53 lb in). The installation process ends with reinstalling the trim panel and window and water deflector.