Outside Handle Replacement

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Remove the front door trim.
Remove the front door module.
Remove the hole plug (B).
After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the outside handle cover (A).
Tightening torque:

0.7 ~ 0.5 N.m (0.07 ~ 0.1 kgf.m, 1.0 ~ 0.7 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Removing Outside Handle Cover
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Remove the outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.

Fig 2: Removing Sliding Outside Handle Rearward
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Disconnect the outside handle connector (A).

Fig 3: Locating Outside Handle Connector
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- Make sure the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
- Make sure the door locks and opens properly.