Repair Procedures: Replacement

1. Remove the front door module.

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2. Remove the front door outside handle base (A) by pushing in the lock pins located in the back.

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3. Remove the front door outside handle connector wiring harness (A).

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4. Remove the front door outside handle cable (A).

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5. To remove the front door outside handle base connector (A), turn it counter clockwise and pull it forward.

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6. Remove the front door outside handle connector wiring harness (A).

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7. Disconnect the front door latch connector (A).
8. Remove the front door latch assembly (B) by pulling it in the direction of the arrow.

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9. Remove the front door inside handle cage (A).

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10. Remove the front door inside handle cable (A) by pushing it backward.

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11. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Information 

• Make sure that the connectors are connected properly.
• Make sure that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
• Replace any damaged clips.