Fusion FWD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2010)
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the front door window regulator and motor. For additional information, refer to Windows and Glass.
2. Remove the exterior door handle. For additional information, refer to Exterior Door Handle See: Front Door Handle/Front Door Exterior
Handle/Service and Repair/Exterior Door Handle.
3. Loosen the exterior door handle reinforcement bolt.
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To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in)
4. Slide the exterior front door handle reinforcement to the front of the vehicle and push inside the door.
5. Remove the 3 front door latch bolts.
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To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
6. Remove the complete latch, carrier, and handle reinforcement assembly from the door.
7. Open the clip and disconnect the exterior front door handle actuating rod.
8. If required, disconnect the front door lock cylinder actuating rod.
9. Remove the 2 screws and remove the front door latch from the carrier.
10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Door Latch Release Cable
Door Latch Release Cable
NOTE: LH front shown, other doors similar.
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the door window regulator and motor. For additional information, refer to Windows and Glass.