2026-09-08

Door Latch - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 1133070102 FRT 0.66 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-09-08: Added more information and images to note for harness routing to avoid pinching.
  • 2025-12-25: Added steps to perform a door self-test routine.
  • 2025-09-17: Updated the torque value and recommended tool for the bolts that attach the LH rear door latch to the LH rear door.
  • 2025-06-17: Added caution not to pinch the harness between the latch and the body during installation.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Door Latch - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear door latch to the rear of the LH rear door
13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T30 socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the LH rear door closeout panel assembly. See Window Regulator Closeout - Rear Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
    Note
    It is not necessary to remove the LH rear door pressure sensor, window motor and the window regulator from the door closeout panel assembly.
  2. Disconnect the LH rear door electrical harness from the LH rear door latch connector.
  3. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear door latch to the rear of the LH rear door.
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  4. Press the latch cable grommet in through the door, and move the cable in through the opening while simultaneously removing the latch from the door.

Install

  1. Feed the latch cable through the opening, and then install the grommet.
    CAUTION
    Make sure the door harness is routed on top of the door latch and is not pinched between the door latch and door assembly. RH door latches are especially susceptible to pinching; pay extra attention when servicing the RH door.
  2. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the LH rear door latch to the rear of the LH rear door.
    13 Nm (9.6 lbs-ft)
    Note
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T30 socket
  3. Connect the LH rear door electrical harness to the LH rear door latch connector.
  4. Install the LH rear door closeout panel assembly. See Window Regulator Closeout - Rear Door - LH (Remove and Replace).
  5. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox (Connect and Disconnect).
  6. In Toolbox 3.0, click the Actions tab, type "Self Test" into the search field, click TEST-SELF_VCLEFT_REAR-L_DOORvia Toolbox:(link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
  7. Exit Service Mode or disconnect the laptop if applicable (see 0005 - Service Modes).