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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Side Door Outside Handle Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 507065 Size: SH
  1. Place the window in the full up position.
  2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the water deflector just far enough to access the outside door handle. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  4. Disconnect the outside door handle latch rod (1) by opening the retainer (2) on the door latch.
  5. Remove the inside door handle. Refer to Rear Side Door Inside Handle Replacement .
  6. Remove the door latch. Refer to Rear Side Door Latch Replacement .

    7. Object Number: 508155 Size: SH
  7. Remove the outside door handle fasteners through the access holes (1).

    8. Object Number: 428625 Size: SH
  8. Remove the handle, with latch rod attached, by lifting up and out.
  9. Remove the rod from the door handle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 428625 Size: SH
  1. Install the door handle rod to the outside door handle.
  2. Install the door handle and rod into the door.
    3. 2.1.  Rotate them into a horizontal position.
    2.2. Insert the rods through cut out.
    2.3. Rotate the handle into position.
    2.4. Apply up and inward pressure.
    2.5. Slide the handle downward until the door metal engages into the two lower retaining tabs on the handle.

    Object Number: 508155 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the outside door handle fasteners through the access holes (1).

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 7 N·m (62 lb in).

  4. Install the door latch. Refer to Rear Side Door Latch Replacement .
  5. Install the inside door handle. Refer to Rear Side Door Inside Handle Replacement .

    6. Object Number: 105412 Size: SH
  6. Connect the door handle rod to the latch.
    7. 6.1. Insert the rod (1) into the clip (2) on the door latch assembly.
    6.2. Close the clip.

    Important: Inspect for the proper operation of the door handle and lock cylinder before installing the water deflector and the door trim panel.

  7. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  8. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .