Door Outside Handle

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the plug hole (B) and then remove the door lock assembly (A) after loosening the bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Door Lock Assembly
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Remove the front door outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.

Fig 2: Removing Front Door Outside Handle
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Disconnect the front door outside handle connector (A).

Fig 3: Disconnecting Front Door Outside Handle Connector

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