Rainier AWD L6-4.2L VIN S (2005)
Front Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
Door Handle Replacement - Front Outside
Removal Procedure
1. Close the window to the full up position.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Remove the rear half of the water deflector from the door.
4. Release the upper lock rod retainer (1) from the rod.
5. Remove the lock rod from the handle assembly.
6. Release the lock cylinder rod retainer (2) from the lock rod, if equipped.
7. Remove the lock cylinder rod from the handle assembly, if equipped.
8. Remove the 2 door handle retaining nuts.
9. Remove the handle assembly from the door.
10. Remove the lock cylinder from the handle, if equipped.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the lock cylinder to the handle, if equipped.
2. Install the handle assembly to the door.
3. Install the upper lock rod to the handle assembly.
4. Install the lock rod retainer (1).
5. Install the lock cylinder rod to the handle assembly, if equipped.
6. Install the cylinder lock rod retainer (2), if equipped.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
7. Install the 2 door handle retaining nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
8. Attach the rear half of the water deflector to the door.
9. Install the door trim panel.
