Installation Procedure
Install the front part of the front side door outside handle (1) into the front side door outside handle bracket.
Install the rear part of the front side door outside handle (1) into the front side door outside handle bracket and slide the front side door outside handle forward.
Connect the harness retainers to the front side door outside handle bracket.
- Connect the electrical connector. (1)
Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Bezel (1) - Install
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Hold the front side door outside handle outwards in the open position.
- Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket Rear Bolt (1) - Tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Test door handle for correct operation. If handle does not operate correctly, adjust front side door outside handle counterbalance.
Insert the EL-42059 (2) and grasp the counterbalance lever (1).
- Pull the EL-42059 (2) until the counterbalance lever (1) is fully rotated and hold in this position.
- Using a T25 Torx™ driver (4), turn the front side door outside handle bracket rear bolt (3) counterclockwise until it clicks.
Front Side Door Outside Handle (2) - Install
- Lightly press the front side door outside handle (2) to ensure it is in position.
- Using a T25 Torx™ driver (1), turn the front side door outside handle bracket rear bolt clockwise until the handle (2) is fully seated.
Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket Rear Bolt (1) - Tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Side Door Outside Handle Access Hole Plug (1) - Install
- NOTE:
When reinstalling water deflector ensure integral locators are installed properly and that water deflector is secured and leakproof.
Route front side door inside handle cable through hole in deflector (1).
- Front Side Door Water Deflector (1) - Install
Front Side Door Armrest Bracket (2) - Install
- Front Side Door Armrest Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Side Door Trim (3) - Install - Front Side Door Trim Removal and Installation
- Enable the SIR System. SIR Disabling and Enabling