GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 Sonoma Pickup - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Side Door Outside Handle Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Close the window.
  2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Peel back the corner of the water deflector in order to expose the door handle screw access hole.

    4. Object Number: 294655 Size: SH
  4. Remove the outside door handle screw access hole plug.
  5. Remove the outside door handle rod from the handle.
  6. Remove the screws that retain the outside door handle to the door panel.
  7. Remove the outside door handle from the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 294655 Size: SH
  1. Install the outside door handle to the door.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the screws that retain the outside door handle to the door.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 4 N·m (35 lb in).

  3. Install the outside door handle rod to the handle.
  4. Install the outside door handle screw access hole plug.
  5. Return the water deflector corner to the original position.
  6. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .