Front Outer Handle Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Front Outer Handle Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the front door glass.
  2. Detach the outer handle and front door latch rod.
  3. For protector-equipped vehicles, refer to KEY CYLINDER REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ  to remove the protector.
  4. Remove the bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Outer Handle Bolts (Torque Specs)
    G03645397Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. With the rear side of the outer handle fixed and the outer handle lever pulled out (1), remove the rear side of the outer handle from the front door.
  6. Pull out the front side of the outer handle from the front door.
    Fig 2: Pulling Out Front Side Of Outer Handle
    G03645398Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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