Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup, 2005 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2005 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Position the water shield aside.
Remove the plug.

Fig 1: Positioning Water Shield Aside
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the exterior door handle nut.

Fig 2: Removing Exterior Door Handle Nut - With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the exterior door handle nut.

Fig 3: Removing Exterior Door Handle Nut - With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the exterior front door handle.
1. Disconnect the lock cylinder actuating rod from the handle.
2. Disconnect the door handle actuating rod from the front door latch.
3. Remove the exterior front door handle.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Exterior Front Door Handle
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: If a new component is to be installed, refer to the Ford Master Parts Catalog for specific part information.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.