CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE FRONT LOWER DOOR FRAME BRACKET GARNISH LH
REMOVE FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL ASSEMBLY LH
REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL LH
REMOVE DOOR ASSIST GRIP COVER LH
REMOVE COURTESY LIGHT ASSEMBLY (w/ Courtesy Light)
REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
REMOVE FRONT DOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER LH
REMOVE FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE COVER LH
REMOVE FRONT DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY OUTSIDE LH
Disconnect the connector.
Using a T30 "TORX" wrench, loosen the screw.
Remove the handle by sliding and pulling it in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration.
Note
If the release plate is not pulled and held when removing the handle, the release plate will interfere with the handle and become damaged.