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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the window completely.
  2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
  3. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
  4. Remove the lock rods (2) from the lock (6).
  5. Remove the rear run channel from the door. Refer to Window Run Channel Replacement .
  6. Remove the nuts (8) and the bracket (7) that retain the outside door handle (1) to the door.
  7. Remove the outside door handle (1) from the door.
    Fig 1: Removing Outside Door Handle
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