Mystique V6-153 2.5L DOHC VIN L SFI (1999)
Rear Door Exterior Handle: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the rear door trim panel.
3. Remove the door speaker.
4. Peel back the door watershield.
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Using a plastic knife (disposable cutlery), cut through the Butyl strip to enable the watershield to be peeled back.
CAUTION: Do not touch the adhesive surface as re-bonding will be impaired. Do not attempt to peel the watershield from the door without
cutting the Butyl strip.
5. Remove the actuator rod.
1. Lever the clip open and detach the lower end of the rod.
2. Lift the handle and unhook the upper end of the rod and remove.
