Having trouble with installing locks

Ha...I just removed a trunk lock from a '76 Century that I'm going to use on Project Laguna. As for the rod, I know on OEM locks you can transfer those from one lock to another if they are different. I expect I'll need to do that on my project. Anyway, try that with your old rod if you think that is part of the problem. The lock cylinder is held in place by that clip you removed from under the lip of the trunk. To reinstall, you'll need to insert that holding clip while feeding the lock cylinder through the hole. Don't forget to also insert the latch mechanism so you can feed the rod into that before working the clip onto the back of the lock cylinder. Almost need three hands to do this...which explains why you're having difficulty with cold hands.


Have no idea how to change out the glove box lock. Somebody else?

Yeah...just compress that little retaining spring at the end of the rod and you can get it off. Very easy...