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Removal And Installation

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  1. Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
  2. Remove the screw and slide the interior door handle forward to disengage the tabs from the door.
  3. Position the water shield aside.
  4. Release the cable conduit from the interior door handle, then slide the cable end from the door handle pivot.
  5. Fig 1: Cable End At Door Handle Pivot
    GF0011457Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Use the special tool to install the new latch assembly rivet.
  6. If equipped, remove the door lock actuator rivet.
  7. Disconnect the door lock cylinder actuating rod.
  8. Disconnect the exterior door handle actuating rod.
  9. Remove the front door latch screws.
    • To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  10. Disconnect the door lock actuator electrical connector.
  11. Remove the front door latch assembly.
  12. To install, reverse the removal procedure.