Front Outer Handle: Removal

Raise the glass assembly - front door to the top position.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Refer to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Remove the trim panel - front door. Refer to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>DOOR TRIM>REMOVAL>FRONT DOOR .
Remove the sealing cover - front door. Refer to EXTERIOR BODY PANELS>FRONT SEALING COVER>REMOVAL .
Remove the holder of the frame assembly - front door outer.

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NOTE:
- For model with keyless access with push button start, disconnect the harness clip and exterior antenna (touch sensor) connector.
- Using (a) shown in the figure as a supporting point, pry it with a flat tip screwdriver to remove.
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Remove the cover - handle front outer.
Preparation tool:

TORX® T30
1. Remove the plug at the rear end of the panel assembly - front door.
2. Loosen the TORX® bolt and remove the cover - handle front outer.
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Remove the handle - door outer.
CAUTION: Do not apply excessive force to remove the handle - door outer from the frame assembly - front door.
1. Pull the handle - door outer rearward to release engagement of the frame assembly - front door outer.
2. Pull the handle - door outer towards yourself to remove the handle - door outer.
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Remove the frame assembly - front door outer.

Preparation tool:

TORX® T30

Remove the spacer - door handle outer.

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