How To Replace Exterior Door Handle 00-07 Ford Focus

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[@petestanton1945]

Great as always! Used this for my 2007: opening handle screw changed to T10 w cover. Closing handle socket was only 1/4", 7mm was too big for Craftsman 😊

[@artwithessencebymichelle6469]

Thank you so much for this video...I was able to fix this all by myself because my S.O. is paralyzed and can't do this kind of thing anymore. You saved us about $200 and the part was only $12 on Ebay. On a fixed income, this makes a huge difference!

[@desireemyers8774]

I have a 03 focus and the door handles nonstop break off so this is super helpful, tired of paying a fortune for a shop to repair the door handles!

[@Larri111]

Desiree Myers just a question, about how much did it cost for you to repair one? And was it just the handle or the mechanism inside? Thanks.

[@malikjohnson4799]

Before you go out an buy an exterior door handle, make sure that it's the door handle and not the REINFORCEMENT! That's the part on the INSIDE of the door that most often leads to a broken door handle. This video shows you how to replace an exterior door handle, not the reinforcement that actually opens the door. I bought a whole new door handle when all I needed was a new reinforcement.

[@1AAuto]

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[@marcussavage2583]

I played with the door handle and 'clicked' it back in place like you show in your video how to replace it and it started working again. Thanks a lot. You are great. So great I'm thinking of opening a shop lol. Kidding, save that for you pro's.

[@Robert-bm5fz]

if their is 50 other 'how to' videos and this is one of them.just skip the others and go here.

[@nancyhemry6705]

WHOO HOOOO WE DID IT !!! Handle was fine but the inside mechanism needed replacement...THANK YOU!!

[@musamusayev7755]

What was the reason of replacement? On my ford the door cannot be opened from outside but can be opened from inside

[@_xxtraordinarian_]

This video is GOLD! Thank you! I literally only need this part fixed not the whole mechanism lol I can do this easy! 👏👏👏 a lil knowledge goes a long way!🙌

[@fingers002]

At minute marker 4:00 . . . gotta have WINDOW in "up" / "closed" position to reach this screw! I pulled out a 1 1/2" rubber plug covering the access hole, then used 3" extention (1/4" drive). This particular screw is long! About 2 1/2" with only 1" of thread. I stuck small towel inside to catch screw if it dropped. P.S. an auto mechanic ought to have a magnetic retriever tool anyway! (I'll soon have to do the other side. Sigh). Cheers! Thanks for video.

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[@philb4786]

In less I missed something you did not show what was broken on the handle. That would have been nice to see.

[@1AAuto]

You may want to check the door lock actuator if it doesn't lock with the remote.

[@tm171717]

Great video you saved me enormous amounts of time and frustration, not to mention money. Thanks.

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[@shrewmole2002]

Thank you so much for this video. I just ordered this part from you for my 2007 Focus and will be doing this same job. I will let you know how it goes.

[@1AAuto]

Please do let us know! Thanks for checking out our videos! If any of our viewers need to make this repair, we carry the part shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping on all orders in the US. www.1aauto.com/ford-focus-mazda-tribute-exterior-door-handle-front/i/1adhe00476?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

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[@SzoopaBeast]

Your guys videos are always helpful. My wife's 07 focus outside door handle won't open from the outside now the passenger side did it too so I need two new handles I suppose..what is it on these that break? Cuz I hear it's common

[@SzoopaBeast]

Would it be just the handle I need cuz it opens from inside the car..i hope I down have to mess around with linkages

[@1AAuto]

+chris gratopp You may want to remove the door panel to see if the door handle has broke or to see if a rod has become detached from the door handle. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com

[@fisherclan01]

this is a great help but I need to change the support for the lock inside the door. Thanks for helping me fix so many other little things myself.

[@TheoSakoutis]

Great video. The 7 mm socket didn't work but the 1/4 in. worked fine. thanks....

[@craigthulin2874]

same here

[@craigthulin2874]

the handle does not seem to be broken, when I inspected from the inside I found a small lever made of pot metal (about 3mmx15mm) broken of the crank arm that changes the horizontal motion of the handle pull to an up motion to the linkage arm to the latch. Is this replaceable?

[@1AAuto]

Hi Craig, It may or may not be. It's hard to tell without being able to see the actual piece that broke. If you ask the dealer they should be able to take a look at it on the exploded parts diagram, and tell you if the part can be replaced. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@girtonj]

Thanks. I just called to price it out. You saved me $89 in labor, for one door.

[@TRUMPUSA1]

By today's inflation, that's $12,432. 😉

[@beechwood619]

I followed your Ford Focus 00-07 outside door handle replacement and found on my car that the handle part was not broken. The reason the door won't open when I pull the handle is the metal part that is pulled by the handle is broken off. The assembly is mounted above the plastic door handle, and a small finger extends down and is pulled by the door handle. Do you sell this part? What is it called? ks

[@ithinkaboutthings9052]

How do I determine whether I should replace the exterior handle or the reinforcement? The interior handle will open the door but the exterior handle will not. Thanks! Yes! It’s 2024 and I am still plinking along in an ‘07 Focus!!!

[@1AAuto]

Yo may want to take a look at the latch that grabs the striker on the door which holds it shut. If it's closed you may need to take a flathead screwdriver and tap it open so that it works again. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@joehyundaitech7961]

mike hi do you have a video out on how to replace the reinforcement ?

[@jbl12063]

That little white cube on the outer door handle won’t come off or fit on the slot it supposed to go to.

[@brandybaumann4582]

what other part would I need (along with the reinforcement part) with this if the driver door keyhole was drilled out? i guess they thought that would help open b/c broken handle issue

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Always best videos and parts

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[@shrewmole2002]

I've never had a part get delivered so quickly. Thank you for that. Unfortunately this did not fix my problem. Is the arm that opens the latch supposed to connect to my new handle? I followed this video step by step and the door still doesn't open from the outside.

[@RefinedByFire1]

How different is the procedure on an 08? I went to open my door and something popped and sounded like it fell. Not even sure where to begin. Do you sell parts for the 08 door handle?

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. The idea is the same but getting the door panel off will be different. Unfortunately we do not have a video for that application but we will keep it in mind for future ones. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@RefinedByFire1]

Do you by any chance sell the parts for the 08?

[@1AAuto]

RefinedByFire1 Here's a link to all of the parts that we carry for the 2008 Ford Focus on our website. www.1aauto.com/1A/-/Ford/Focus/-/-/2008?VideoReply&VIdeoReply&ATony

[@microchip1347]

Ok, so how do you replace the mechanism behind the handle. Seems to be a common problem with the handle as well. I have no door handles as one disintegrated and the other the metal catch broke off that catches the handle.

[@brandonr4452]

Did you ever get this fixed? I'm trying to narrow down what the true problem is, as other people have commented about the handle not being the problem. It feels like my handle has lost "connection" to the mechanism inside that actually opens the door latch. My older brother had a ford focus 1 year older than mine and his door handles had the same problem. What's very strange is that it's the passenger side handle that breaks first. I would expect the driver side handle/mechanism to break 1st since it's used like 20-50x more.

[@valeriegarza2435]

Would this work for me if my door handle is loose on the outside and doesn't open, but it does open through the inside?

[@1AAuto]

+Valerie Garza Thank you for watching. It could be that the outside handle is loose, and the rod on the backside has been disconnected. You will want to take a look inside the door. 1aauto.com

[@valeriegarza2435]

1A Auto Parts is there a video for that???

[@JHsillypantsMcGee]

If you are doing any work on your own vehicle I'd suggest to get a Haynes repair manual for your make and model! Use it alongside any videos you might find

[@jefe5576]

Valerie Garza I have a video that describes your problem

[@Jose571835]

Thanks you, your video really help to do it by myself.

[@ricardodeleon2248]

Nothing connecting to the new door handle? Like lever to move mechanism?

[@1AAuto]

we don't, you should be able to get one at your local dealer though.

[@lettekiley]

Will this work on my 09 focus? The door handle wont work unless I jerk it really hard and there's no tension I can't find a video anywhere

[@1AAuto]

+Kiley Melius We currently do not have an auto repair video specific to your vehicle. You might be able to apply some of the basic steps shown in this video to your application. Here is a link to the repair part that would fit your vehicle. Hope this helps you out www.1aauto.com/2009-ford-focus-interior-door-handles/y-mo-c/2009-233-18?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&

[@lettekiley]

Mine has the electronic windows, and electronic locks so we will look for differences when we start to go into the door. The biggest thing we needed to do was the door..

[@jefe5576]

Kiley Melius I just posted a video, it might be the problem you're having

[@brittanyblankenship5858]

1A Auto Parts is it possible for my 06 ford focus door handle to be detached from something versus being actually broke?! And or does this handle connect to anything on the inside I'm assuming it has to. Can u show me where/how because I don't think it's the handle I think it's something inside the door under panel that isn't connected to the actual handle anymore?!

[@brotherdon6439]

I was licked out my 09 focus i dont have a key fob so had to crawl through the trunk I have the same problem

[@marylenahan8968]

CAN SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHAT SIZE SCREW I NEED FOR THE AREA BY THE HIDDEN SPOT ON THE INSIDE HANDLE I'VE LOST THAT SCREW WHEN REPLACING THE HANDLE REINFORCEMENT PIECE

[@corvuscanis]

I know this is a decade late but why does every place show replacing the handle when its not the handle trhat breaks. Its the little tab on the inside. how do you replace the whole door handle lol

[@gginnj]

the door opens fine with the inside handle, but the outside just pull open, doesnt engage the mechanism, doesnt close back by itself either - no spring. does this sound like just the outside handle? or the inside mechanism as well?

[@mossburg2010]

I was wanting to know if you can give me any pointers because I have tried everything I know I have a 1988 chevy g20 conversion van and the driver's side door the door will open but it won't latch into place even when I slam the door it goes into place but won't stay shut do you have any ideas?

[@sillygal7601]

do i need to remove neg battery post?

[@elbrunoloco00]

Does this fix it to where the handle outside will open the door?

[@1AAuto]

If a broken outer door handle was keeping the door from opening then this repair should fix the issue, as long as all of the other internal door handle parts are fine and not broken. Thanks for watching, hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@nancyhemry6705]

P.S. We got our part from here...free shipping and best price we found!

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[@marcussavage2583]

My automatic doors won't lock on driver side back passenger. I can't lock it manually either. Won't even budge when I try what do I do?

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. If the problem is with the Manuel and automatic functions then its possible the latch has failed. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@Winlaw459]

+1A Auto Parts i know this is a year later but this happened to my back right side door too. when asked to the dealership they said it needs one part that will round me up to 400$!! all i want to do is be able to manually lock the door or just safely take off the handle so no one can use it

[@Turnstables]

Anyone know of an equivalent that ships to Canada?

[@TRUMPUSA1]

You never said 'why' you replaced the handle. Mine no longer work. Is it not the linkage?

[@Cyberwater100]

ordered part. part came. plastic hooks to keep it in snapped while installing. Was not even using force either.

[@1AAuto]

+Cyberwater100 Please call our sales staff at 888-844-3393 and they can assist you over the phone. Regards, 1aauto.com

[@gobluelady]

Was the window up or down because the guy that was working on my door he couldn’t do it because he couldn’t get the window down

[@gobluelady]

The window motor is broken on my car too

[@Mr.Torres-Johnson]

good video thanks

[@scwrestler21792]

what is the name of the piece that the outside door handle connects to? it is the same shape but inside the door frame and houses the lock. anyone know?

[@68cuda383]

It is called a reinforcement

[@NickBEADG]

It's a 5mm socket on most, 7mm on some

[@jessicab4164]

My door won't open from either inside or the outside.

[@marco4502]

thanks :)

[@Engelbird]

i keep flinching, expecting that focus door to hit that bel air or whatever it is next to it

[@codywright4910]

The main door handle is a 1/4" socket not a 7mm ....... Just so everyone knows ......

[@pronto900]

oh yeah yeah

[@feminazislayer]

Make shure your focus door is not 6 inches away from your classic car winging a screwdriver around...

[@bri7203]

Aww geez rick

[@GANTZ100pts]

My out side door handle is not what broke but the thing it connects to. According to A1 auto its called a "Front Exterior Door Handle" (this part) www.1aauto.com/2002-07-ford-focus-exterior-door-handle-reinforcement/i/1adhe01298?f=981591&y=2007&DHE&gclid=Cj0KEQjw8pC9BRCqrq37zZil4a0BEiQAZO_zrFzdaYmonsUrHZz5DjbocmDXEmX_NuV0Bn3iUbkqcVQaAmHv8P8HAQ Do you guys a video on how to replace it? Or plain on making one?

[@JHsillypantsMcGee]

I had that same problem. I ended up going to my local wreckers (pick and pull) and grabbed the entire inside door lock mechanism and the handles it was attached to. It was under 20 bucks. I also got the haynes repair manual as that details how to fully remove and replace it. You have to take out the window guide and window mechanism as well in order to properly remove everything. This also was easier than trying to remove the damn metal rods that connect the exterior door handle and lock to the door latch mechanism. I ended up needing a really small torx bit that I did not have and so opted for just getting the entire door latch and everything.

[@ImGumbyDangit]

I'm not sure if I can trust this video or not. You did not use a 10mm socket even once!

[@carlswilling8858]

The only issue with this video is they replaced the part that isnt the problem that inner door mechanism piece of crap is the part that breaks its 12.00 on ebay

[@1AAuto]

+Carl Swilling Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@aneesiftikhar]

can I get your e-mail addresses so I can tell you what's a problem with my car

[@Dkcmc]

Size 6 mm socket for me buddy 👎🏽

[@kongo9593]

my window is in the way...can anyone help?

[@rocketrayray55]

Uhhhh, try putting it up

[@rocketrayray55]

Uhhhh, try putting it up

[@feminazislayer]

Make shure your focus door is not 6 inches away from your classic car winging a screwdriver around...