Front Outer Handle Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front door glass.
Detach the outer handle and front door latch rod.
For protector-equipped vehicles, refer to KEY CYLINDER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION to remove the protector.
Remove the bolts.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Outer Handle
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
With the rear side of the outer handle fixed and the outer handle lever pulled out (1), remove the rear side of the outer handle from the front door.
Pull out the front side of the outer handle from the front door.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Side Of Outer Handle From Front Door

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.