Removal Procedure
- Raise the window completely.
- Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to
Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to
Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.
- Remove the lock rods (2) from the lock (6).
- Lift upward on the rear run channel away to view of the nuts (8) on the outside handle.
- Remove the nuts (8) and the bracket (7) that retain the outside door handle (1) to the door.
- Remove the outside door handle (1) from the door.
Installation Procedure
- Install the outside door handle (1) to the door.
- Lift upward on the rear run channel to view of the studs on the handle.
- Install the nuts (8) and the bracket (7) in order to retain the handle (1) to the door.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the nuts (8) that retain the outside door handle (1) to the door and tighten to
11 N·m (97 lb in).
- Install the lock rods (2) to the lock (6).
- Install the water deflector. Refer to
Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.
- Install the front door trim panel. Refer to
Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.