Rear Side Door Outside Handle Replacement Long Wheelbase

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
3. Release the clip (1) retaining the lock rod (2) to the outside door handle.
4. Remove the lock rod (2) from the outside door handle.
5. Remove the nuts retaining the outside door handle to the door.
6. Remove the outside door handle from the door.

1. Install the outside door handle to the door.

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 nuts retaining the outside door handle to the door.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

3. Install the lock rod (2) to the outside door handle.
4. Install the clip (1) retaining the lock rod (2) to the outside door handle.
5. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
6. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .