L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
Front Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
Door Handle Components
Front Side Door Outside Handle Pivot Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the front door outer panel. Refer to Outer Door Panel Replacement Front - Bolt On () removal procedure.
2. Bend the tabs on the outer ends to remove the door handle pivot assembly from the bracket.
3. Unlatch the rod retainer.
4. Remove the rod from the pivot.
5. Remove the outside handle rod at the retaining clip.
6. To remove the bracket from the door structure, use a center punch to knock out the steel center of the rivet.
7. Drill out the rivet with a 1/4 inch diameter drill bit.
8. Slide the pivot bracket down and out.
Installation Procedure