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For 1990-2009 cars only

Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement Base

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 2019726  Size: SH
  1. Remove cover cap (1) from the front side door.
  2. Using a small flat-bladed tool, release the cover cap from the front side door.


    Object Number: 2019727  Size: SH
  3. Remove the front side door outside handle from the front side door.
  4. • Pull the front side door outside handle (2) outwards and hold.
    • Turn fastener (1) to the left and to the mechanical stop.

       Note: Front side door outside handle (2) must now be secured in pulled position.


    Object Number: 2019728  Size: SH
  5. Remove fixed rear handle part (1).

  6. Object Number: 2019729  Size: SH
  7. Pull the front side door outside handle (1) to the rear and remove.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the front side door outside handle.
  2. • Guide front side door outside handle into front side door panel and latch door handle cage.
    • Insert fixed front handle part.
    • Turn fastener to the right and to the mechanical stop.

       Note: Hold the front side door outside handle taut while screwing and lightly counterhold fixed handle part.

  3. Install the cover cap into front side door.