Outside Handle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the sliding door finisher. Refer to SLIDING DOOR - FINISHER .
Remove outside handle escutcheon bolt (TORX T30) from grommet hole.
CAUTION: Do not forcibly remove the TORX bolts (T30).

Fig 1: Removing TORX Bolts
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While pulling the outside handle, remove outside handle escutcheon.

Fig 2: Removing Outside Handle Escutcheon
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While pulling outside handle, slide toward rear of vehicle to remove outside handle.

Fig 3: Removing Outside Handle
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Remove the front gasket and rear gasket.

Fig 4: Removing Front Gasket & Rear Gasket
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Remove the TORX bolts (T30), remove the door lock assembly.

Fig 5: Removing Door Lock Assembly
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Remove the TORX bolt (T30), and remove the outside handle bracket.

Fig 6: Removing TORX Bolt - With Torque Specifications
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While pulling outside handle, slide toward rear of vehicle to remove outside handle and door lock assembly.

Fig 7: Removing Outside Handle & Door Lock Assembly
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Disconnect the door lock actuator connector.
Reach to separate outside handle rod connection.

Fig 8: Separating Outside Handle Rod Connection
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Installation is in the reverse order of removal.