5. Remove the bolts securing the outer handle (A).
Fastener Locations
: Bolt, 3
6 x 1.0 mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m,
7.2 lbf·ft)
6. While holding the outer handle protector (A),
release the clip by pulling out on the outer handle
(B), then remove the outer handle protector from
the door.
Fastener Location
: Clip, 1
7. Note the distance (A) that the outer handle rod (B)
A
8. Replace the outer handle bushing (I).
9. Install the outer handle in the reverse order of
A
10. For EX and EX-L models: Re-home the power
B
extends from the joint (C). Put a shop towel (D)
between the door opening (E) and the outer handle
(F), and use diagonal cutters (G) to pry the joint out
of the arm on the outer handle (H). Remove the
outer handle rod from the joint.
B
H
C
G
A
E
D
removal, and note these items:
• Make sure the door locks and opens properly.
• When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the
plastic cover is installed properly and sealed
around its perimeter.
sliding doors (see page 22-291).
I
F
20-15