Dodge Repair: Door latch/lock actuator replacement, ft lbs torque, noise insulator

Question
How do replace the door latch/lock actuator on my 1999 Dodge Dakota after I have removed the door panel? It looks like the window track is in the way of removing and replacing the part. Then how do I connect all the connecting rods associated with the process?

Answer
DOOR LATCH
REMOVAL
Raise the window glass to the completely closed position.
Remove the door trim panel, the waterdam and the noise insulator from the door inner panel. If necessary, refer to the removal procedure.
Disconnect the following:
Outside handle-to-latch rod from the latch
Key lock cylinder-to-latch rod from the latch
Inside handle-to-latch rod from the latch Door Latch and Rods
Lock knob-to-latch rod from the latch, if equipped
Lock motor-to-latch rod from the latch
Remove the door latch retaining screws from the door inner panel face Door Latch Removal/Installation
Remove the door latch from the door via the access hole in the panel.
INSTALLATION
Install the latch striker, if removed.
Insert the door latch through the access hole in the panel, position it at the door face panel, and connect the rods to it.
Install the latch retaining screws in the door panel face. Tighten the screws to 9 N·m (7 ft-lbs) torque.
Test and ensure that the latch operates correctly.
Install the door-noise insulator, the waterdam, and the trim panel. If necessary, refer to the installation procedur