Civic L4-1668cc 1.7L SOHC MFI (2003)
Front Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
Sedan
Front Door Outer Handle Replacement
4-door
NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Raise the glass fully.
2. Remove these items:
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Door panel
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Plastic cover, as necessary
3. Use a hooked-shaped tool to remove the retainer clip (A), then remove the lock cylinder (B). Disconnect the cylinder rod (C).
4. Disconnect the outer handle rod (A), and remove the nuts, then remove the outer handle protector (B) from the outer handle (C).
5. Pull out the outer handle (A) in the numbered sequence, and remove it.
6. Install the handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Make sure each rod is connected securely.
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Make sure the door locks and opens properly.
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When installing the lock cylinder, leave the outer door handle bolts loose so the inner protector does not interfere with the lock cylinder