FAQ for Exterior Door Handle Repair
Q: What should be done before adjusting the front side door outside handle rod?
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You will need to remove the front door trim panel and the water deflector as needed.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be known about the outside handles?
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The outside handles have adjustable outside handle lock rods. This allows for adjustment of the amount of travel needed to operate the outside handle.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be done when servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods?
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You will need to remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, you can not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the bolts installed on the rear door handle?
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The recommended torque is 10 N.m (89 lb in).
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the outside handle bolt through the latch hole?
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The recommended torque is 10 N.m (89 lb in).
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the rear side door outside handle rod?
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The removal procedure is to remove the rear door trim panel, remove the rear door water deflector as needed, use a flat-head tool to open the clip from the threaded rod connecting the lock to the outside handle then adjust the travel of the handle by removing the threaded rod from the clip.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What are the tips for adjusting the front side door outside handle rod?
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You can use a flat-bladed tool to release the threaded rod from the clip, position the rod in the clip to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle, then inspect the door lock system for proper operation.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the outside handle bolts?
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The recommended torque is 10 N.m (89 lb in).
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when removing the front side door outside handle?
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When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods, you should remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, you can not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the installation procedure for the rear side door outside handle rod?
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The installation procedure is to position the outside door handle rod in the clip to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle, install the clip cover closed over the threaded outside door handle rod, inspect the door lock system for proper operation, install the rear door water deflector as needed then install the rear door trim panel.
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