Ford Explorer: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Interior Front Door Handle

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Interior Front Door Handle

Removal

NOTE: LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.

Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).

Remove the interior front door handle.
1. Disconnect the interior front door handle electrical connector.
1. Remove the interior front door handle screws.
1. Remove the interior front door handle.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

Remove the front door lock control switch.
1. Release the retaining clips.
1. Remove the front door lock control switch.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Release the retaining tabs and remove the front door tweeter speaker.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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