01 Corolla Replacing Exterior Driver Side Door Handle

Mar 23, 2006 1 Replies
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Evening!



I recently had the plastic grip break off in my hand as I was opening the door. I called the dealership and they said that it would cost $113 just for the handle + $90 something in labor. So I checked online and found a handle for $17 and ordered it. My question is, what all is involved in taking the door apart to install the new handle? I have power locks and windows. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please reply here or feel free to email me with suggestions.



Thanks!



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You could go to your local auto parts store or library and look for a Chilton's manual for your car. The investment is well under $90 and you would have info for future reference. Another possibility is to go to

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and pay the daily access fee (I think it is $10) and go to the body section of the manual for your car. If you're mechanically inclined, you can look for anywhere from 1 to 3 screws (usually 1 or 2 in the arm rest and 1 in the plastic behind the door release lever) and then start popping the door panel out - it is held in place with clips. Unplug the switch for the windows and locks, replace the handle, and you're on your way.

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