Front Door Outer Handle Replacement

Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

* Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the door or the related parts.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

Remove the door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Raise the glass fully.
Remove the screws, then remove the pull pocket base (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Pull Pocket Base
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Disconnect the power door lock actuator connector (A), and detach the door harness clips (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Power Door Lock Actuator Connector And Door Harness Clips
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Remove the plug caps (C), then remove the plastic cover (D) as needed.
NOTE: If the plastic cover is damaged or torn, replace it with a new one.
Remove the plug cap (A), and release the rod fastener (B), and disconnect the outer handle rod (C) with a clip remover.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Outer Handle Rod With Clip Remover
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Remove the bolts.

Fig 4: Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Release the hook (A) of the outer handle (B), then remove the outer handle and the outer handle protector (C).
NOTE: Take care not to scratch the door.

Fig 5: Identifying Hook, Outer Handle, Outer Handle And Outer Handle Protector
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Remove the rod fastener (A) from the outer handle base (B), then replace it with a new one.

Fig 6: Identifying Rod Fastener And Outer Handle Base
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Install the removed parts in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure that the actuator connector is plugged in properly, and that the outer handle rod is connected securely.
- Make sure the door handle operates properly.
- When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.
- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.