2022-03-07

Paddle Gear - Handle - Exterior Release - Door - Rear - LH - Generation 3.0 (Remove & Replace)

Correction Code 11457442

Removal

  1. Remove the rear door exterior release handle motor. See Handle Motor - Exterior Release - Door - Rear - LH - Generation 3.0 (Remove and Replace).
  2. Disconnect the LED harness connector.
  3. Remove the screws (x2) that attach the position sensor to the door handle assembly (torque 0.6 Nm).
  4. Remove the circlip that attaches the push rod to the door handle assembly.
  5. Use needle nose pliers to release the push rod springs (x2) by moving the inner ends of the torsion springs out of their retaining channel.
  6. Remove and discard the fork set screws (torque 1.1 Nm).
  7. Slide out the push rod until the magnet clip contacts the door handle assembly, and then gently pry each magnet clip locking tab to remove the magnet clips from the push rod.
  8. Slide the push rod out of the door handle assembly.
  9. Remove the paddle gear from the door handle assembly.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

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Warning
Always replace plugs or tape removed from the front door shells when servicing or inspecting the door or its components. Additional holes in the door creates more escape paths for air, which decreases the front door pressure sensor's ability detect a side impact, and can negatively affect airbag deployment.