Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the window. Refer to Front Side Door Window Replacement .

1

Bolt Access Plug

Tip
Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove.

2

Front Side Door Outside Handle Bolt

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
9 N·m (80 lb in)

3

Front Door Outside Handle Cap

4

Front Door Outside Handle Cap Gasket

5

Front Door Outside Handle

Tip
From above the door handle through the window opening, depress the stud of the pivot point with a small flat-blade screwdriver. From below the handle depress the stud of the pivot point.