Door lock cylinder (Defender 2007+)

Removing

1. Remove the door trim panel and plastic cover.

For more information, see chapter: Front door trim panel (501-05 Interior trim, Removal and installation).

2. Remove the reinforcement panel.

For more information, refer to the chapter: Front door reinforcement panel (501-03 Lockable body elements, Removal and installation).

3. Raise and support the glass to gain access to the latch mechanism.

4. Release the spring clip and disconnect the rod from the lock drive lever.

5. Remove one screw and disconnect the lock lever assembly.



6. Remove the lock cylinder from the outer door handle assembly with locking sleeve.



7. To remove the cylinder from the plastic mounting sleeve, press the spring-loaded button and disconnect the sleeve.

Installation

NOTE: If a new cylinder is being installed, make sure the number on the cylinder matches the number on the supplied key.

1. Slide the plastic mounting sleeve onto the cylinder so that the spring-loaded retainers are in position.

2. Install the cylinder and plastic sleeve assembly on the lock sleeve and insert into the outer handle by reversing the steps in step 6.

3. Assemble the lock lever components as shown in the illustration and, working from the inside of the door panel, insert them into the cylinder assembly and secure with one screw.



4. Connect the rod to the lock lever and secure with a spring clip by reversing the steps in step 4.

5. Install the front door reinforcement panel.


For more information, refer to the chapter: Front door reinforcement panel (501-03 Lockable body elements, Removal and installation).

6. Install the plastic sheet.

7. Install the door trim panel.

For more information, see chapter: Front door trim panel (501-05 Interior trim, Removal and installation).