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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise the window completely.
  2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.
  3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.

  4. Object Number: 334032  Size: SH
  5. Remove the lock rods (2) from the lock (6).
  6. Lift upward on the rear run channel away to view of the nuts (8) on the outside handle.
  7. Remove the nuts (8) and the bracket (7) that retain the outside door handle (1) to the door.
  8. Remove the outside door handle (1) from the door.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 334032  Size: SH
  1. Install the outside door handle (1) to the door.
  2. Lift upward on the rear run channel to view of the studs on the handle.
  3. Install the nuts (8) and the bracket (7) in order to retain the handle (1) to the door.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Install the nuts (8) that retain the outside door handle (1) to the door.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining nuts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  7. Install the lock rods (2) to the lock (6).
  8. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.
  9. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.