Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Remove the front side door pull handle bracket. Refer to Refer to Front Side Door Pull Handle Bracket Replacement .
- Remove the front side door water deflector.
- Position the front side door window regulator rear rail to access and remove the door latch and handle bracket assembly. Refer to Front Side Door Window Regulator Replacement .
- Remove the front side door window channel retainer. Refer to Front Side Door Window Channel Retainer Replacement .
- Remove the front side door outside handle. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement (without ATH)Β Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement (with ATH)Β .
- Remove the front side door outside handle bracket screw. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket ReplacementΒ .
- Remove the front side door locking rod knob. Refer to Front Side Door Locking Rod Knob ReplacementΒ .
- Disconnect the front side door latch electrical connector.
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Remove the four bolts (1) from the front side door latch.
Remove the outside handle bracket (1) and the front side door latch (2) as assembly from the vehicle.
Disconnect the window from the window regulator, place the window in the full up position, use masking tape to tape the window to the upper door frame.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.