Removal Procedure
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• Air bag deployment • Personal injury • Unnecessary SIR system repairs • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
Caution: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.
Important: These handles have adjustable outside handle-to-lock rods. The rods allow for adjustment of the amount of effort needed in order to operate the outside handle. When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle-to-lock rods, remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock assembly.
Caution: Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the driver door. When operated, the Express Up/Down Feature allows the door window to move very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System .
- Ensure that the window is in the full up position.
- Remove the trim panel. Refer to one of the following procedures:
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement
- Remove the rods from the lock assembly.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the two fasteners (2).
- Remove the outside handle.
Installation Procedure
- Make sure the door handle gasket is in place prior to installation.
- Install the outside door handle.
- Install the two fasteners (2).
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Install the rods to the lock assembly.
- Install the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System .
- Install the trim panel. Refer to one of the following procedures:
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners (2) to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
