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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.

2003 Hummer H2FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inner Handle Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (Vehicles with power window system or power outer mirror)
Remove the inner garnish. (front) (See INNER GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the regulator handle. (Vehicles with manual window system) (See REGULATOR HANDLE REMOVAL .) (See REGULATOR HANDLE INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front door trim or rear door trim. (See FRONT DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See REAR DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Using a Flathead screwdriver, press and hold the tab in the direction indicated by arrow (1), and remove the shaft by pulling it in the direction indicated by arrow (2).

Fig 1: Removing Inner Handle
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Pull off the inner handle, and remove the door lock knob cable and inner handle cable.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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