Removal Procedure

Remove the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
Remove the door water deflector.
Move the window to the full up position.
Disconnect the electrical connector from the door handle for the pass key entry (ATH).

Fig 1: Cover Cap

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Remove the cover cap that conceals the screw (1) from the inside edge of the door.
Using a small flat-bladed tool, release the cover cap from the door.

Fig 2: Securing Door Outside Handle In Pulled Position

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NOTE:

The door outside handle (2) must now be secured in the pulled position.

Remove the outside door handle from the door.
1. Pull the outside door handle (2) outwards and hold.
2. Turn the fastener (1) counterclockwise (left) to the mechanical hard stop.

Fig 3: Handle Cover

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Remove the bezel with cylinder/cover with blank cylinder (1) from the door.
While still holding the outside handle in the open position, turn the fastener clockwise to the mechanical hard stop. The handle should be relaxed with no spring tension which will now allow the handle to clear the bracket mechanism.

Fig 4: Pulling Side Door Outside Handle To Rear

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Remove the door handle (1) from the door as follows:
1. Slide the door handle rearward releasing it from the door handle bracket.
2. Open the door handle fully.
3. Remove the door handle from the door.