Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the front side door outside handle bracket. Refer to
Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket Replacement
.
1
Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod
Procedure
1. Place the window in the full up position.
2. Remove the water deflector.
3. Open the handle rod by releasing the clip at the end of the handle rod.
4. In order to prevent outside handle lever pre-load, lock, outside handle, handle bracket and cover/cap 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
Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod Adjustment
.
Tip
Inspect the door lock system for proper operation before installing the door trim panel.
Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod Replacement
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