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Front Door Outer Handle Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools Required 

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program, 888-424-6857

NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to scratch the door and related parts.
  • Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
  1. Remove the door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Raise the glass fully.
  3. Remove the screws, then remove the pull pocket base (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Pocket Base And Screws
    G06430880Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Disconnect the power door lock actuator connector (A), and detach the harness clips (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Power Door Lock Actuator Connector And Harness Clips
    G06430881Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the plug caps (C), then remove the plastic cover (D) as needed.
    NOTE: If the plastic cover is damaged or torn, replace it.
  6. Remove the plug cap (A), and detach the rod fastener (B), then disconnect the outer handle rod (C) with a clip remover.
    Fig 3: Identifying Plug Cap And Rod Fastener
    G06430882Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the bolts.
    Fig 4: Outer Handle Rod Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G06430883Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Release the hook (A) of the outer handle (B), then remove the outer handle and the outer handle protector (C).
    NOTE: Take care not to scratch the door.
    Fig 5: Identifying Outer Handle Protector And Hook
    G06430884Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the rod fastener (A) from the outer handle base (6), then replace it with a new one.
    Fig 6: Identifying Rod Fastener From Outer Handle Base
    G06430885Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Install the removed parts in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Make sure that the actuator connector is plugged in properly, and that the outer handle rod are connected securely.
    • Make sure the door handle works properly.
    • When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.
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