Removal Procedure

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Close the window.
Insert the J 9886-01 between the handle and the bearing plate.
Align the J 9886-01 with the handle.
Push the J 9886-01 in order to disengage the clip.
Pull the handle from the door.

Fig 1: Door Handle Clip
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Remove the window regulator handle from the door.
Remove the bearing plate from the door.

Fig 2: Removing Window Regulator Handle From Door
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