Outside Door Handle
Removal ProcedureImportant: Ensure that the window is in the full up position.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Remove the water deflector.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector for the illuminated entry switch (if applicable).
5. Remove the door handle fasteners.
6. Protect the outside of the painted surface.
7. Carefully remove the door handle (5).
8. Remove the lock rod from the door handle (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the lock rods (1, 3).
2. Install the fasteners (2).
3. Carefully install the door handle (5).
4. Guide the illuminated entry switch wiring outboard of the lock rods (if applicable).
5. Connect the electrical connector to the illuminated entry switch.
6. Apply slight downward pressure on the lock lever.
7. Apply upward pressure on the lock rod.
8. Hold the lever upward.
9. Rotate the barrel nut until the end of the nut aligns with the hole in the attaching clip.
10. Remove the protective covering from the door.
11. Install the water deflector.
12. Install the door trim panel.
13. Connect the negative battery cable.