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Outside Handle Replacement

  1. Remove front door trim(See DOOR TRIM REPLACEMENT  ).
  2. Remove the door trim seal.
  3. Remove the front door lower channel.
  4. Disconnect the lock rod(A), out side handle rod(B).
  5. Loosen the outside handle mounting bolts.
    Fig 1: Lock Rod & Out Side Handle Rod With Torque Specification
    G04802698Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  6. Push the outside handle base forward(D) and remove the outside handle(E).
    Fig 2: Identifying Outside Handle Base Forward & Outside Handle
    G04802699Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  7. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the door lock and opens properly.