Ford Fiesta: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Exterior Front Door Handle. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
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Remove the access plug and loosen the exterior front door handle retaining screw.
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Remove the exterior front door handle cover and if equipped the front door lock cylinder.
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Remove the exterior front door handle cover.
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If equipped.
Remove the front door lock cylinder.
Vehicles without keyless entry
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Remove the exterior front door handle.
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Pull the exterior front door handle outward.
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Remove the exterior front door handle.
Vehicles with keyless entry
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Position aside the exterior front door handle.
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Pull the exterior front door handle outward.
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Position aside the exterior front door handle.
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Position the wiring harnass outside the opening to gain access to the electrical connector.
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NOTE:
Exterior front door handle and exterior front door handle reinforcement shown removed for clarity.
Disconnect the exterior front door handle electrical connector and remove the exterior front door handle.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Activation
With the ignition in OFF, press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the RKE transmitter simultaneously for 4 seconds.
The turn signals flash twice to indicate the mode change...
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the access plug and loosen the exterior rear door handle retaining screw...
Other information:
Removal
Release the retaining tabs and remove the glove compartment.
Release the retaining tabs and remove the instrument
panel passenger side finish panel. Disconnect the electrical connector...
Principles of Operation
Inspection and Verification
Verify the customer concern.
Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Make sure that the gearshift cables are correctly routed and not under any tension from other components...