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How do you replace a sliding door lock on 1991 Toyota Previa?

1. Gather the necessary tools and parts. You will need:

- A new sliding door lock

- A screwdriver

- A pair of pliers

- A drill

- A 1/4-inch drill bit

- A 3/8-inch drill bit

- A 1/2-inch drill bit

- A 5/8-inch drill bit

- A 1-inch drill bit

2. Remove the old sliding door lock.

- Use the screwdriver to remove the two screws that hold the interior door panel in place.

- Once the screws are removed, carefully pry the door panel off of the door.

- Locate the sliding door lock. It is located on the inside of the door, near the top.

- Use the screwdriver to remove the two screws that hold the door lock in place.

- Once the screws are removed, pull the door lock out of the door.

3. Install the new sliding door lock.

- Position the new door lock in the door.

- Secure the door lock with the two screws that you removed in the previous step.

- Insert the key into the lock and turn it to lock and unlock the door.

- Check to make sure that the lock is working properly.

4. Reattach the door panel.

- Position the door panel on the door.

- Secure the panel with the two screws that you removed in step 2.

- Test the door to make sure that it opens and closes properly.

5. You have now successfully replaced the sliding door lock on your 1991 Toyota Previa.