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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the driver door. When operated, the Express Up/Down Feature allows the door window to move very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.

The clip retaining the outside door handle opening rod to the door lock is not to be reused. The clip must be replaced after being opened to release the rod.


    Object Number: 378759  Size: SH
  1. Raise window.
  2. Remove front side door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  4. Remove outside handle rod (3) from the clip on the outside handle (4).
  5. Remove outside handle nuts (6).
  6. Remove outside handle (4) from door outer panel.
  7. Remove outside door filler (5) from outside handle (4).

Installation Procedure

Caution: Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the driver door. When operated, the Express Up/Down Feature allows the door window to move very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.


    Object Number: 378759  Size: SH
  1. Install outside door filler (5) from outside handle (4).
  2. Install outside handle (4) from door outer panel.
  3. Install outside handle nuts (6).
  4. Tighten
    Outside handle nuts to 9N·m (80 lb. in.).

  5. Install outside handle rod (3) from the clip on the outside handle (4).
  6. Install water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement in doors.
  7. Install front side door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement in door.