2G: 97 GST Driver Handle issue

[KemeroDSM]

Hi Guys,

I want to know if is someone can help me out with this handle issue.

I can't put the linkage to inside the plastic clip, probably for someone is nothing, but to me is a pain in the ###. I took off the handle, put it back and try to put from inside but is a little room the get in, I put the plastic clip in the linkage but is hard to get into the hole from inside, don't now .... if you guys know just tell me how can fix it.

Thanks in advance!

[idkiliketurbos]

I just replaced the door handle on my car and I found that the only way to do it was to do it on the inside. I couldn't even see it so I pretty much did it blind and just felt around for what I needed to do.

[2gprpletsi]

Originally Posted by idkiliketurbos

I just replaced the door handle on my car and I found that the only way to do it was to do it on the inside. I couldn't even see it so I pretty much did it blind and just felt around for what I needed to do.

mine worked out the same way its a pain in the a## but it possiable just keep at it!

[Awdspyderman]

Like the other guys mentioned, your going to have really feel around the clip and use some muscle to get that rod into the clip. There is no way around it man, good luck.

[luv2rallye]

This may help: Broken Exterior Door Handle Replacement

[DSM_love_GST]

easiest way i have found. Just remover the window. Pop off the strips that press against the glass. Then unbolt the window. After that changing the handles or locks are easy. Yes its an extra step, but beats getting pissed off. Also allows room for a ratchet on the inside bolt.

[KemeroDSM]

I was busy with ... a P0300, Random-Cylinder Misfire, that was a pain in the butt.
This weekend I will do this handle issue and I let you know how was it. I think I'm going to take the window off like DSM_Love_GST say, but any suggestion are welcome.

Thanks guys!

[KyleClyne]

Weak handles. My buddy has been without one for almost 2 years now. :P

[KewlWinter]

1. Ensure the window is all the way up.
2. Remove the interior door panel.
3. Remove dust shield (plastic covering).
4. Remove the switch from the back of the key lock cylinder (if equipped).
5. Remove the 10mm bolt or nut that secures the door handle to the door shell inside the door.
6. Remove the 3 Torx bolts from the door latch assembly, edge of door.
7. Remove the last bolt securing the door handle, edge of door.
8. At this point you will be able to pull the handle from the door enough to disconnect the 2 linkages.
9. Now that the old handle is out, remove the lock cylinder by removing the keeper.
10. Install the new handle by reversing above steps.

Notes:
1. Take an old 10mm box wrench and grind away most of the outside of the box to thin out the walls. Makes it easier to get on that damn inside door handle bolt.
2. If you need more clearance to get out that damn inside door bolt, remove the window guide and you will be able to get more clearance between the bolt and the window, if you need that extra 1/2" or so.

[KemeroDSM]

RESOLVED!

I did it guys!, thanks to everybody to reply my post, I'm new in this dsm world.
I just took off the linkage from outside door, put the plastic clip, put the handle back in position with bolts and I put the linkage in the handle hole almost blind, like idkiliketurbos say.

Thanks again guys, hopefully if someone read this can help out too.