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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 2003 🢒 Aurora 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 493259 Size: SH
  1. Place window in the full up position.
  2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the rear push in retainer on the water deflector.
  4. Peel water deflector away from door panel far enough to access the outside door handle. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 507065 Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the outside door handle rod (1) by opening the retainer (2) at the door latch.

    6. Object Number: 508133 Size: SH
  6. Remove the E-clip (3) on the lock cylinder to remove the lock rod and arm (2).

    7. Object Number: 493259 Size: SH
  7. Remove the door handle fasteners.

    8. Object Number: 334828 Size: SH
  8. Remove the outside door handle with the handle rod attached, by applying an upward and outward force.
  9. Remove the handle rod from the outside door handle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 428628 Size: SH
  1. Install the handle rod to the outside door handle.
  2. Install the handle and rod into the door.
    3. 2.1.  Rotate them into a horizontal position.
    2.2. Insert the rod through cut out.
    2.3. Rotate the handle into position.
    2.4. Apply up and inward pressure.
    2.5. Slide the handle downward until the door metal engages into the two lower retaining tabs on the handle.

    Object Number: 493259 Size: SH

    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.

  3. Install the outside door handle fasteners.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 7 N·m (62 lb in).


    Object Number: 508133 Size: SH
  4. Install the lock cylinder rod and arm (2) to the lock cylinder.
  5. Install the E-clip (3).

    6. Object Number: 105412 Size: SH
  6. Connect the door handle rod to the latch.
    7. 6.1. Insert the rod (1) into the clip (2) on the door latch assembly.
    6.2. Close the clip.

            Important: Inspect for the proper operation of the door handle and lock cylinder before installing the water deflector and the door trim panel.

  7. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  8. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .