Repair Procedures: Replacement

Information 

• Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
• Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1. Remove the front door module.

   (Refer to Front Door - "FRONT DOOR MODULE ")

2. Remove the plug hole cap (A) and then loosen the bolt.

   Tightening Torque: 

   3.4 - 5.7 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft)

   Fig 1: Removing Plug Hole Cap

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3. Remove the door lock assembly (A).
   Fig 2: Removing Door Lock Assembly

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4. Disconnect the front door outside handle connector (A).
   Fig 3: Locating Front Door Outside Handle Connector

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5. Remove the front door outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.
   Fig 4: Removing Front Door Outside Handle

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6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Information 

• Be sure to install the outside handle pad (A) between the outside handle and the door panel.
  Fig 5: Installing Outside Handle Pad

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• Make sure that the connector is connected properly.
• Make sure that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.