FAQ for Exterior Door Handle Repair
Q: What's the recommended torque for the license lamp bolts?
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The recommended torque is 4 N.m (35 lb in).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How to remove the control rod from the outside handle?
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You will need to pry the clip anchor out of the hole, push the clip away from the lever, and push the clip away from the lever.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How to install the front door exterior handle?
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You may need to install the gasket and the lock cylinder, the lock cylinder retainer, the lock rod, and the door handle, then install the nuts to the door handle and tighten them to 6 N.m (53 lb in), and then install the door handle lock rod, the access hole plug, the water deflector, and the trim panel.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What's the installation procedure for the rear door outside handle?
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The installation procedure is to install the outside handle to the door, then install the outside handle nuts and tighten the outside handle nuts to 7 N.m (62 lb in), then install the control rod to the outside handle through the clip, next install the water deflector and the trim panel.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the license plate housing bolts?
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The recommended torque is 4 N.m (35 lb in).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the rear door outside handle?
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The removal procedure is to remove the trim panel, then peel the water deflector away from the door with a soft-faced scraper, if needed, next remove the control rod from the outside handle, and finally remove the outside handle nuts and the outside handle.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: Can I install used plastic retainer clips whenever the lock rods are removed?
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No, you cannot. You should install new ones.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the nuts to the door handle?
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The recommended torque is 6 N.m (53 lb in).
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when removing the front door exterior handle?
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If door lock cylinders require replacement for any reason, you should apply a coating of GM P/N 12346241 or equivalent lubricant inside of the lock case and the cylinder keyway before assembling and installing the cylinder.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when replacing the outside handle and lock cylinder?
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If door lock cylinders require replacement for any reason, you should apply a coating of GM P/N 12346241 or equivalent lubricant inside of the lock case and the cylinder keyway before assembling and installing the cylinder.
By BobGM Specialist
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