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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014FORESTER 2.5I, ENG CD FB25BA, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEDOOR LOCKSSECURITY AND LOCKSFRONT OUTER HANDLEREMOVAL

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard Trans

Front Outer Handle: Removal

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Removal

Raise the glass assembly - front door to the top position.
Remove the trim panel - front door. < Ref. to FRONT DOOR , REMOVAL, Door Trim. >
Turn over the sealing cover - front door.
CAUTION:
- Carefully remove the butyl tape. Excessive force will easily break the sealing cover - front door.
- If the sealing cover - front door gets broken, replace it with a new part.
- Be careful not to allow the butyl tape to contact any trims and seats because the butyl tape, which has a strong adhesive force, is difficult to remove once it adhered.
1. Disconnect connectors.
2. Carefully remove the butyl tape and turn over the sealing cover - front door within the area where the operation can be performed.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Front Outer Handle Sealing Cover
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Remove the holder of the frame assembly - front door outer.

Fig 2: Removing Holder Of Frame Assembly - Front Door Outer
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

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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.