Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
Remove the rear side door trim panel. Refer to
Rear Side Door Trim Replacement
.
1
Rear Side Door Outside Handle Rod Clip
Procedure
1. Place the window in the full up position.
2. Remove the water deflector.
3. Remove the outside door handle rod from the clip, Do not remove the rod from the door lock.
2
Rear Side Door Outside Handle Screws (Qty:
2)
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
.
Tighten
9
N·m (80
lb
in)
3
Rear Side Door Outside Handle Push-In Retainers (Qty:
2)
Tip
If the retainers are broken when removing they Must be replaced.
4
Rear Side Door Outside Handle
Procedure
In order to prevent outside handle lever pre-load, lock, outside handle shall be fully secured to the door prior to
securing integral lock clip to outside handle rod. Integral lock clip shall be in the full up position while securing to
outside handle rod. Refer to
Rear Side Door Outside Handle Rod Adjustment
.
Rear Side Door Outside Handle Replacement (Hatchback)
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Tip
Inspect the door lock system for proper operation before installing the door trim panel.
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