501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems 2013 - 2014 MKZ
Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 06/27/2013

Exterior Front Door Handle

Removal

  1. Remove the front door trim panel.
    Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
    1. Hold the front door handle open.
    1. Turn the release screw 8 turns. The handle will release around 6 to 6.5 turns. You must continue to the full 8 revolutions for installation.

  1. NOTICE: Do not pull the door handle out of the door too far without disconnecting the handle from the connector. Damage to the harness will occur.

    Disconnect the exterior front door handle connector from the handle from inside the door and remove the exterior front door handle.

Installation

  1. Connect the exterior front door handle connector to the handle from inside the door and partially install the front door handle in the front door opening.
  1. Apply light pressure to the front door handle while turning the release screw 8 turns. The handle will engage and go in around 6 to 6.5 turns. You must continue to the full 8 revolutions for installation then torque to the specified value.
    Torque : 7 Nm
  1. Install the front door trim panel.
    Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).


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