Installation Procedure

Install the front side door lock cylinder from the handle bracket. Refer to Front Side Door Lock Cylinder Replacement .

Fig 1: Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket Cable Retainers

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Install the front side door outside handle bracket cable retainers (1) to the bracket (2).

Fig 2: Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket

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NOTE:

Ensure that the counter balance is reset and locked in the detent of the handle bracket. The counter balance can Not be reset after the latch and handle bracket has been reinstalled in the door.

Reset the front side door outside handle bracket (2) counter balance (1) as follows:
1. The outside door handle can Not be installed until the counter balance (1) is reset.
2. Grasp the front side door outside handle bracket (2) with one hand.
3. From the back side of the counter balance (1), push forward on the counter balance until it locks into the detent of the handle bracket.
Install the front side door lock rod to the lock cylinder.
Install the front side door outside handle cable to the bracket retainers. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Cable Replacement .

Fig 3: Door Outside Handle Bracket

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NOTE:

Bracket should be slid full rearward prior to tightening bracket fastener.

Install the outside handle bracket (1) and the front side door latch (2) assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Front Side Door Latch Replacement .

Fig 4: Front Side Door Outside Handle Bracket Fastener

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the front side door outside handle bracket fastener (1) to the door (2) and tighten to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).
Install the front side door outside handle. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement .
Ensure that the door lock system operates properly before installing the trim.