Exterior Rear Door Handle Reinforcement

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

   Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
   

1. Refer to: Rear Door Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
   

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   • While turning the release screw the handle rotates the lever releasing the tension on the cable.
     
   • Remoe the cable eyelet from the lever.
     

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

Installation

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   NOTE: This step must be done correctly or the exterior door handle will not engage the lever on installation.

   • Install the cable eyelet to the lever.
     
   • While keeping tension on the cable and holding the handle lever in the engaged position, turn the release screw until the handle lever is positioned against the stop.
     

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