Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove side door trim panel upper extension. Refer to Upper Extension Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove side door handle trim bezel. Refer to Door Handle Bezel Replacement .
3. Remove side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement and Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .

1

Side Door Inside Handle Screw (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
2.5 N·m (22 lb in)

2

Side Door Inside Handle Bolt

Tighten
2.5 N·m (22 lb in)

3

Side Door Inside Handle Assembly

Tip
Disconnect electrical connector.

4

Side Door Locking Rod Assembly (Qty: 2)

Tip
Use a flat-bladed tool to disengage rods from retaining clips.