Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Front Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
EXTERIOR HANDLE
Removal
1. Remove door trim panel.
2. Remove water dam as necessary to gain access to door handle.
3. Roll glass up.
4. Remove fastener access plug from door end panel.
5. Disengage lock cylinder to latch rod from the latch.
6. Disengage outside handle to latch rod from the latch.
7. Remove nuts attaching outside door handle to door.
3. Separate outside handle from the door.
Installation
1. Position outside handle in the door.