Door latch assembly installation

1999 FORD ESCORT
176,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PALACIO239
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Hello, I’m replacing the front driver side door latch assembly in the door with one that I got from the salvage yard. I’d like to know what is the best way to clean it up, and what lubricant should I use to lubricate it before I install it back into the door?
Jun 6, 2020 at 12:19 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello , I'm Danny.

Just about any household cleaner like 409 or Simple Green will work good as a cleaner. Just be sure to get any debris,old grease, etc. off so that the linkage and all parts move freely. I've attached a tutorial showing how to remove a door panel.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/door-panel-removal

I've attached picture steps below on how to remove and replace the door panel and door latch assembly for your car. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Jun 6, 2020 at 2:29 AM
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PALACIO239
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Thank you.
Jun 6, 2020 at 12:16 PM
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DANNY L
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You're Welcome!
Let me know if you have any further questions about the latch.Thanks again for using 2CarPros.

Danny-
Jun 6, 2020 at 2:57 PM