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Removal and Installation

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NOTE: The RH side is shown, the LH side is similar.
  1. Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, REFER to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  2. Position the watershield aside.
  3. If equipped, disconnect the actuating rod from the door lock cylinder.
  4. Open the clip and disconnect the exterior front door handle actuating rod from the front door latch.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Exterior Front Door Handle Actuating Rod From Front Door Latch
    G03966458Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the 3 front door latch bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  6. Release the interior front door handle actuating cable locator.
  7. Disconnect the front door latch electrical connectors.
  8. Remove the front door latch.
  9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Lubricate the front door latch after installation.
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