For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the trim panel. Refer to the following procedures:
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement or Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
- Remove the door handle rivets.
- Remove the inside remote handle.
- Remove the handle to the lock rod and the short lock rod from the bellcrank (if equipped).
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
| 4.1. | Center punch a depression in the head of the rivet. |
| 4.2. | Drill out the rivet with a 4 mm (3/16 in) drill bit. |
Slide the handle rearward in order to disengage the tabs on the handle from the slots in the door.
Installation Procedure
- Install the handle to the lock rod and the short lock rod (if equipped).
- Install the inside remote handle.
- Secure the rivets.
- Install the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement or Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
- Install the trim panel. Refer to the following procedures:
- Connect the negative battery cable.
Place the tabs on the handle into the slots in the door and slide the handle forward.
Use 4 mm (3/16 in) peel type rivets.
