How to Replace Exterior Door Handle 98-02 Toyota Corolla

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[@FestusHaggen]

no need to remove the clip and rod from the lock cylinder on the exterior door handle - I find it easier to remove the one bolt holding the lock cylinder to the handle and just let the cylinder stay inside the door with the rod and clip still attached (one less rod and clip to have to deal with) - then remove the 2 bolts holding the door handle on and remove handle (handle is easier to remove through hole in door without the lock cylinder attached) - replace all in reverse order (hand starting all 3 bolts that hold handle and lock cylinder in place before tightening any of them)

[@MegaSnow121]

Thank you for posting this. The driver's side front door handle broke yesterday and now I can replace it myself thanks to your very helpful video. :-) (PS I am a 60 something grandma whose car mechanic skills are rather lacking, but thanks to you, I will save myself a bunch of money. )

[@1AAuto]

+E.M. Solberg Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@angelmartinez8480]

Thank so much for your generous free info on how to install handles on the Corolla models. I just installed mine and they work perfect. May your company prosper along with every endeavor you and your team may have. Peace and blessings to you all.

[@dma654]

I've gone through so many of these things. I swear they are designed to break but the Corolla's last forever. It's a paradox.

[@771]

Just broke my driver side handle - albeit the door was frozen over and I was in a rush.. time to head to the junkyard for a new one 😁

[@sylvesteralvarez417]

I did the drivers door about a year ago and today I did the front passenger door. Your video made it so easy! Thank you for your step by step instructional video!

[@1AAuto]

+Sylvester Alvarez Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@toddwendt5381]

I was having trouble getting the rod into the lock hole. What I did was loop a thin string around the rod from the outside and when I put in the handle I pulled the string bringing the rod right up to the hole it slides in. This ended my frustration of trying to get the rod lined up by hand from the inside of the door. Thanks for posting the video.

[@J-Williams]

You guys rock! I just ordered the part from 1AAuto, and switched the back handle to the front until it arrives. BTW, I called the dealership and they want almost $10 dollars more for one handle than 1AAuto is charging for a pair. Thanks again!

[@cr-kh7dd]

Wonderful, Thank you! Feel foolish I've been suffering all this time when the replacement was that easy.

[@CButaud]

I had a really hard time getting the clip off of the lock rod, so I ended up just using an open end wrench to remove the third bolt as well, and I was able to remove the handle while leaving the lock mechanism in place. I highly recommend this approach.

[@OneInchofSpace]

Did this repair today and like several other commentators, the handle rod (the large one you removed first in the video) was a real booger to get out of the assembly. I had to break the polymer encasing the rod and clip it in order to remove them.

[@coreyhau]

thanks for taking the time to shoot this and upload it online to share with everyone. much appreciated!

[@lynnharr8953]

Thank you sooo much! I took the advice from a commenter below and unbolted the lock mechanism from the handle (third bolt) instead of forcing the second plastic clip which I couldn't see. Worked better, much easier.

[@donnarogers4925]

Thank you so much. I will try this!

[@donnarogers4925]

Cuz I'm stuck right now

[@bobparker6727]

two items that might be helpful. first, we snapped off the mounting for one of the 10mm bolts. Perhaps using wd40 before forcing the bolt might be useful. second, had trouble removing the deeply hidden clip. we took out the second bolt and was able to remove the clip from the outside of the door thru a small window gained by partally pulling out the old door handle.

[@jennangel122397]

Thank you for posting the video. The inside of my 1996 is virtually identical and this helped me install my door handle.

[@dougsontag3081]

I’m having trouble with the second lock does the second clip go up or down the one where you have to put your whole hand up into the door I can’t get it for some reason

[@cathrynallen790]

I'm trying to replace the exterior door handle on my 01 corolla but wondering, before I start tearing into it, if its the same way if it isn't automatic windows. I have manual up windows and wonder if I will come into a problem trying to get the panel off. Can you tell me how to do this please?

[@ryanmendenhall4023]

Cathryn Allen I also have this type of window.

[@jeffmarc1282]

Cathryn Allen I have manual windows' crank as well, I was able to fix the front handle by following his instructions, but the back one is totally different and can't fix it.

[@Pumpalo]

Cathryn Allen need help also with manual windows

[@adrianlopez7075]

I'm doing this rn as we speak and I have the exact same question because my windows are not automatic and I already have the door panel hanging off but I can't completely remove it because of the window handle. Pls help

[@No5elfCTRL]

There is a C clip behind the crank for the window. Removing this will allow you to take off the handle and door

[@EldeesMyth]

I can't thank you enough for this video. It was all I needed to push through and while, as one might expect, reality was more difficult for the novice than for you, without the instruction success would have been impossible. I did have to modify a bit: I was unable to remove the locking clip and instead opted to unbolt it from the handle and re-bolt it to the new handle without removing the clip; it worked-out fine. I highly recommend WD-40 on all parts and finding out there was a removable panel to get to the bottom of the door was a life-saver. Having done a bit of automotive repair in the past I knew your df15 minute job would take me much longer, two hours as it turned-out. BUT I'd never have been able to do it without this video. My only regret is not having bought the replacement parts from you --- I didn't know until I'd already purchased them elsewhere --- but I sure will in the future. Again, thank you and here's hoping I don't need this particular vid again. :-)

[@1AAuto]

+Lee Smith Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@jadawson1]

I greatly appreciate it! These videos are a life saver! Finally fixed my our door handle!

[@bboyg1]

1:28 is it possible to open a close door like that from the inside? Both my handles broke, inside and just recently the outside. Hence the question. Willing to replace the handles but to do so i would need the for open to work.

[@lordbradley89]

Wahooooo! !!! I don't think I could have done it without the video. Thanks so much. Keep up the good work.

[@1AAuto]

Brad Olson You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@charlessackett1574]

Very helpful video and I was rolling right along doing everything shown (except our car has a manual window handle), until I got to the 4:00 mark, trying to undo the yellow clip next to the lock. Since we can't see the process (and I'm hearing impaired and cannot hear him well), I'm really lost on this one. I struggled with it for the better part of an hour, got some bloodied up knuckles in the process, and can't get it off. So the door is presently taken apart. Could you please provide some further assistance or advice with this one? Thank you.

[@1AAuto]

Hi, what you want to do is flip the clip up to release it from the lock rod. You can place your thumb in as is shown at 4:17 to flip the clip off and pull the rod out. We also have written instructions here: www.1aauto.com/how-to-install-replace-broken-exterior-front-door-handle-toyota-corolla-98-02-1aauto.com/video/549. Good luck, hope this helps 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@charlessackett1574]

1A Auto Parts, thanks for the prompt reply and the written instructions. Very helpful.

[@balothtower]

Thanks, I bought some new bolts. It works now, even though the locking mechanism seemed a little janky at first. Mucho thanks for the video!

[@sammccullough90]

You sir are a gentleman and a scholar!

[@1AAuto]

+Sam McCullough Thanks for the kind words. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@matt497]

Thank you. Great video and thorough instruction! I was able to successfully install a new handle for my girlfriend's car and saved us a bunch of money.

[@zzong738]

Thanks for the video, i was able to change the door handles on my 2001 corolla thanks to you!

[@capedog18]

thank you A1 Auto Parts, your reasonable prices saved me a lot of money :)

[@1AAuto]

+capedog18 Thank you for your feedback and your business!

[@x-31mej0r-5]

Interior door still not clicking like door cant be opened from within unsure why, replaced the interior handle nd still nothing

[@jflow38]

Just did this in my garage from watching the video. Huge help, thanks!

[@1AAuto]

+Jesse Flowers Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

[@12barbilly]

Thanks! I couldn't have done it without you. I had to use a swivel on one of the 10mm bolts, other than that it was exactly as you showed. Drivers side door 99 corolla interior and exterior door handles.

[@1AAuto]

The issue is the clip that holds the rod linkage for the handle might be broke off of the latch. Removing the door panel without the the door being open will be difficult so you might want to call a lock smith to open the door for you and then you can do the work yourself to replace what is broken.

[@Midnight_Rider96]

Another thing to think about because of the cold weather, don't work on plastic panels when they are cold! More likely to break something.

[@1AAuto]

+Alistair B Thanks for checking us out! That is a fair point and should be kept in mind when working with more delicate pieces and paneling.

[@LawnWrangler323]

Thanks for making these! I been riding around for months with a little rope connected to a broken handle

[@1AAuto]

Normally there is a C-clip holding the crank onto the shaft of the manual window. Pushing back the door panel ever so slightly will expose it so you can remove it.

[@TypicallyUniqueOfficial]

So much work just for a door handle. So informative thank you.

[@zsaclong]

Replaced 2 handles 2nite. Good directions. I ordered parts @ 1Auto. The clip @ 3:28 on the parts i received was oriented in that the back of the clip was not facing me but the opposite way. I switched the clips on my new parts. It was now oriented correctly, but now the hole on the new clips was too narrow & the pole only went in partially regardless of the banging i did, so I had to re-use the old clips from the car. Bit disappointed re: my new parts, but still happy with 2nites DIY project :-)

[@jsiniguez]

Excellent video. Too the point, showed exactly where the hidden screws were. Thanks!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@jfjchung]

Great Video...but i have manual windows and I couldn't figure out how to unlatch that. do you have a video showing that? thanks

[@boeingtrijet]

Really appreciate this video! I've wrenched for 35 years but interior parts can be a bit tricky if you don't know how they are assembled. The break easily especially on older stuff. Thank You!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@trexinvert]

Thanks for the video. I've changed a few "inside" door latches which is easy, but the whole panel removal is like a door speaker install or window regulator replacement job. Guess I have to find my plastic door panel popping tool.

[@markbridenstine2593]

This was incredibly helpful and made it easy to change out the broken handle!

[@1AAuto]

+Mark Bridenstine Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com

[@masonsaldana]

My yellow clip broke and so the rod keeps getting pushed out of place every time you close the door and then the exterior door handle stops working. Are there replacement yellow clips that are attached to that rod at 03:28 in the video or do i have to buy a whole new exterior door handle?

[@1AAuto]

You may be able to get a new clip from the dealer. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@johnraygo593]

3:48 Mine was so stuck the metal arm got bent and didn't budge. Any tips? 😅

[@patrickmcintyre5721]

I just did it and it worked perfectly, thanks for posting :)

[@gbgentry9295]

Great instructional video, thank you! Simple, realistic, included ALL steps and real-life tips/warnings. Thanks again.

[@1AAuto]

+GB Gentry Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

[@luiscavazos3259]

This video was really helpful well explained I was able to do this with hand tools on my own car and I don't know nothing about cars

[@RivasSergio]

Thank you for this video. Well it wasn't quite as easy as you made it seem, and of course that may have a lot to do with my skill level, I was able to replace the handle. Thanks again.

[@robr.8350]

Worked just like in the video accept I un-clipped the lock from the outside. Figured if you can reconnect it then you can remove it too. Also I would suggest ordering new door panel clips. Cars getting old and the clips are getting brittle. Half of mine broke when removing the door. Thanks for the video made the job go quickly.

[@cjagadeesh]

Thanks for the great video. I was able to replace my 2001 car's front door handle with help of this video.

[@armisis]

Thank you! Will open my corolla 2002 up and see of its an easy fix or if I need to order the replacement. I appreciate the video!

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. Good luck with your repair 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

[@arfie1234]

This video is great. I have a 1998 corolla and the passenger door won't open from the inside or outside. I replaced the interior door handle but it still won't open. I would like to replace the exterior handle as well. Is it possible to remove a door panel with the door closed?

[@youtubbin16]

@1aauto I replaced my front door exterior door handle. How do I get to the rear exterior door handle screw tucked behind the medal wall? Seeing that there's a panel leading the door handle rods. Didn't see a video for the corolla 99 rear door exterior, unless i'm overlooking. But this video is very informative.

[@ladyqonimvu8604]

Took me an hour and half but finally got my broken handle replaced . BTW i have a manual window and that c clip is a royal pain to get loose. Thanks

[@Herodotus2go]

Excellent video. It really helped me do this job. Also, thanks to 1A Auto for the great price and quick deliver of parts. Thanks again.

[@1AAuto]

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[@scottstevenz8732]

The hardest part was getting the old one off. I couldn't get the top clip off. I ended up breaking the old handle into about 20 pieces with a flat screwdriver. The plastic was brittle, apparently cheap plastic that UV destoys. Then I pulled the lock out from the outside and the clip came off. Dropped one of the flange bolts and it went down into a tiny crevice at the bottom of the door. Made it to the hardware store with 5 minutes to spare and got a couple of the bolts (#6 I think). The gasket around the outside of the handle is pretty tricky to line up right, got to tighten the front bolt partway , line up the pita gasket , put in the rear bolt tighten it as you apply pressure from the outside keeping gasket and handle lined up while tightening. You do have to have quite a bit of manual dexterity to pull all of this off.

[@1AAuto]

If you call several shops you will be able to get an average of what they charge as well as the hours it will take each.

[@sinofber]

Great instructions! Simple to follow, and work for a '97 Corolla 2 hatchback, just don't need to worry about the locking mechanism :-)

[@CHEAPTHRILLONTHETUBE]

FWIW, I replaced the handle on the rear door of my Avalon today (because plastic eventually breaks) and it seems as the the rear door handle is a lot trickier to get to. One of the hex-head screws is tucked away in the corner and you can only see it through a small hole that is too small for any socket to clear, so you can only reach it through a slot after dismantling the mechanism that "grabs" the door and keeps it shut upon closing it.

[@iloveearmins]

Maybe it’s just because my inside panel has never been removed in the 25 years my car has been on this earth, but this “simple” repair was so difficult. After replacing everything back Where it goes, my panel doesn’t sit right. Also doesn’t help we were doing this repair in 100 degree weather.

[@Cheerioette]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been able to install my interior door handles for my 2000 Toyota Corolla just fine, but when it came to removing the interior door I was clueless.

[@ddk80]

Thanks for the terrific video. It is very helpful. The only issue I am having with is the door lock clip at 03:55. For the life of me, I can't seem to get it off. Can you provide more detailed instructions on how to pop that clip off? Did you reach in and pop it off the rod by pulling the bottom of the clip towards you with your thumb? I tried my thumb and also a screw driver, and I couldn't get it to do move at all. Once again, thanks for these great and informative videos. Cheers!

[@orangejoe204]

Your video was helpful, with one fairly major caveat: On my 1999 Corolla, the tip of the metal operating rod on the handle side is belled outwards in a flared conical shape like a rivet head where it protrudes through the plastic sleeve on the handle mechanism. Toyota (for some staggeringly stupid and unknown reason) clearly intended the connection between the rod and the exterior handle mechanism to be permanent once it had been pushed through the sleeve. Or maybe they intended it to be only removable with a specialized punch tool of some kind to deter home repair, I have no idea. I discovered this only after much tugging, head-scratching and cursing, since the rod you show here clearly has a flat cylindrical tip with no flare and I was unable to see the tip of my operating rod until I went and got a dental mirror for fear of bending the rod out of shape. Removal and replacement eventually required me to destroy part of the old handle mechanism by cutting through it from the side with heavy-duty wire cutters. Luckily the part I had to cut was plastic and not metal, or I'm not sure what I would have done; the space was too tight to fit a Dremel tool.

[@ThomasLincoln1]

Great video ... took less than 30 min !! Awesome instruction !

[@dorothyboehnlein8371]

Thank you, I have now replaced both exterior door handles and both interior door handles. My next task is window regulators on a 2010 Ford expedition.

[@1AAuto]

Dorothy Boehnlein You're welcome! Thank you for watching

[@tvcv11]

It was a very good video. Some of the audio was added in after the video was made. Probably that is the best way to do it, bcz it makes it easier to hear.

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@boomerdiorama]

It might be helpful to point out exactly where the handle mechanism breaks.

[@briancameron7942]

Might be 2 years 2 late but when the weather gets colder then plastic gets stiffer which in theory should make it stronger but in reality it weakens the structure causing them to just snap. All 4 of my front handles have broken💀💀

[@1AAuto]

@youtubbin16 We currently do not have an auto repair video on that particular repair. We'll keep this in mind during any future repairs.

[@lori5538]

I figured it could not be that hard, local places want to charge me 150 - 200 dollars to repair the driver side door inside and out handles! Thank you!

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching Lori. We carry new inner and outer door handles for your Toyota Corolla on our website with FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states. Here's a link to them on our website if you would like to see what we have. www.1aauto.com/1A/-/Toyota/Corolla/-/-/1998?VideoReply&KZbin&ATony

[@1AAuto]

@Dmtalon9073 You're very welcome, thank you for taking the time to check them out. We also carry a lot of car parts on our website 1aauto.com, all of our repair parts also include FREE SHIPPING in the USA. Have a great day 1aauto.com

[@luisdelvalle9271]

Thank you, God bless you..... today my son Junior help me and fixed my TOYOTA COROLLA 1998 (FRONT DOOR LEFT SIDE).

[@duckman12569]

Thanks man, helped me fix my external door handle (clip broke, replaced with a cable tie). Sadly the rear-door, which has the same broken clip, has the window guide blocking access. As barely anyone uses the rear window, I might take a saw to it... but it's barely used so it's not much of an issue. Not being able to use the drivers side door from the outside WAS an issue however. Again, my thanks.

[@reecerobinson6066]

Your videos are great! So my daughter has a 2000 Corolla with both door handles broken. She pulled too hard this past winter when they were frozen shut and that's how they broke. So I can buy a couple handles then tell an auto parts person the color I need and they'll prep a spray can for me? I just need to find out the RAL number for the paint?

[@1AAuto]

+Reece Robinson Thanks for watching! Our handles can be installed as is or painted by your local auto parts shop to match. Yes, you will need the paint code for the handles for them.

[@1AAuto]

We currently do not have an auto repair video that shows this particular repair. It may be a similar process, but there may be a few different things that you need to do when removing it. We carry replacement door handles for your 2000 Toyota Corrolla on our website 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@evehopes6509]

Do you have instructions to repair the exterior rear door handles?

[@1AAuto]

We currently do not have an auto repair video on this particular repair. We do carry the replacement exterior door handles for your Toyota Corolla on our website. Here's a link to them, if you would like to see what we carry. www.1aauto.com/1998-toyota-corolla-exterior-door-handles/y-mo-c/1998-387-15?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@trewright9003]

I have that yellow clip that you said was the lock but there is another thing that is also yellow but it looks disconnected. Any idea on where to put it

[@johnnycabrera5443]

Great video! However I am having problems snapping the handle rod to the new handle using my hands. Can you share a possible workaround?

[@ncqh2810]

Thank you for the video! Can you show me how to replace the outside door handle for the right rear door on the passenger side? I'm having trouble accessing the 10-mm bolts on the old door handle. I figure I have to remove the entire latch/lock mechanism but don't know how.

[@1AAuto]

We currently do not have an auto repair video that shows this particular repair. Thanks for watching.

[@josephroberts7504]

Thanks for an excellent video. Good that the new handle comes with a new clip, because the back clip was a struggle to remove, breaking in the fight... the side screw flew out also.. .I was able to put the clip on the lock assemble, before putting in the handle, then securing the 3 bolts...Also the bottom door panel can be remove if anything falls in...

[@1AAuto]

+Joseph Roberts Thank you for checking us out, as well as the advice. This will certainly assist other viewers complete the replacement and pick up bolts which may have fallen through. 1aauto.com

[@cbsctomh]

REMOVE THE LOCK BOLT FROM INSIDE THE DOOR ALONG WITH THE TWO HANDLE BOLTS! YOU WON'T STRUGGLE LIKE AT 6:00.

[@jesseskellington9427]

Do you have a video showing. how to get the door panel off while the door is closed

[@danb1335]

Excellent video! Really helped me to get that door panel off with minimal damage (Still broke one of the clips, no surprise). I completely bypassed removing the clip on the locking mechanism by just removing the bolts that hold the lock to the handle and letting it dangle. I think that the one that Charles is speaking on and the clip the I had the most difficulty with was the one attached to the handle itself. In the video it shows sliding in a flathead screwdriver and turning. Even my biggest flathead couldn't get enough leverage. Eventually I had to jam the handle of a butterknife in between that bar, the clip and the handle. When I twisted that one the entire lever shattered. At least the bar came out and I was able to remove the handle. I'm still not sure why that bar wouldn't come free from the lever/ clip. It doesn't have a lip on it or anything and when I installed the knew handle the bar slid right in. Only thing I can figure is oxidation (It's a 98) causing friction between the bar and that stupid yellow clip! On to the passenger side...

[@sonnybee8271]

I need a how to video for the left rear outside handle replacement

[@SCOTTGAMING-hl3hf]

Same here

[@eles2147]

My doors are manual. I did this before took forever the first time. Is there a way i can do this without really taking apart door interior?

[@nirabrai6726]

have a 03 corolla and the outside door handle is quite different. do you have a video for a 03

[@easymoney68]

I have a 01 corolla with manual roll up window, is there a special way to open the panel that has a roll up window handle or do i have to disassemble the roll up window handle?

[@6psycho9]

Wow thank you guys for this great website and tutorials!

[@derekwash1]

Hi. A question, my broken door handle part is the white plastic long piece that hooks into the exterior handle. My exterior handle is fine, but the big (as big as my finger with a "y" slot on one end) is what is broken. I don't see it on the part you took out of the 98 corolla in the video, nor do I see it on the part you have for sale when you buy the whole exterior handle. Any suggestions? Thanks, Derek

[@qbncupcake]

This is awesome! I know this may be off the wall but.. is the replacement just about the same for a 2000 Camry?? I want to fix my moms car. I have the part, just not the detailed instructions on how to fix it. Was just wondering if it was similar. I did not find a video on replacing exterior handle on a 2000 Camry, just the 92-96 model. =/

[@1AAuto]

We currently do not have an auto repair video on this particular application. It may be a similar procedure. We do carry new replacement door handles on our website for your Camry with FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states. Here's a link to them. www.1aauto.com/1A/exterior-door-handles/Toyota/Camry/-/-/2000?VideoReply&KZbin&ATony

[@steveghar]

I'm about to do this on our 2000 Camry -- the steps are indeed similar... thank you 1AAuto for these vids

[@chuckwalla325]

The first rod was almost impossible to remove from the door handle assembly. i have no idea how i was able to remove it. the only thing harder was trying to get the rod back into the new handle.

[@1AAuto]

+Mr Seabass Thank you for watching. There is limited space for removing these rods, and based upon the year of your vehicle the rods almost mate with the connector. We are glad to hear though you were able to get the job done and hope your vehicle operates properly for a long time! 1aauto.com

[@chuckwalla325]

The video is awesome. Just wish I could have made it look so easy

[@itonlyhurtswhenyoulie]

How did you mange to get the rod out? This video isn't nearly as awesome when you have to put in 3 times the effort as he does in the video because there are unmentioned extra pieces on your car part than aren't shown in the tutorial.

[@1AAuto]

+ItOnlyHurtsWhenYou Lie At around 1:17 we show a white plastic clip behind the door handle that needs to be removed. This clip secures the door latch rod to the door handle. Hope this helps you out. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

[@itonlyhurtswhenyoulie]

1A Auto Parts Thanks for the response but my issue is pulling the rod from the yellow clip and from the exterior door handle. It just won't pull out of the clip at all. There is a metal cap that's soldered to the end of the rod so I can't pull it through. I've used force trying to pull it out and also tried we'd ring a screwdriver in between as you do in the video but it seems impossible to remove this rod from the clip.

[@papajon6715]

The un-hooking and re-hooking of the levers that you sped over were the hardest and most time consuming part. Unfortunately my supply of little girl hands was at the store with her Mama. My XL hands didn't want to fit...

[@wilberdaniel7862]

What does that metallic cylinder on the other side of the door handle do? What's its function?

[@deneshamoore535]

I only have 1 bolt and I'm having a hard time finding 2 more at the hardware store... What is the exact size of the bolts?

[@TechTalksUnlimited]

Thanks for uploading the video. I did everything same and it worked except one the screw to the door handle is not opening ,it is tripping . What should I do ?

[@christopherjuell9759]

Thanks for the great tutorial. One problem I have is after replacing the door handle the latch is not working properly, when trying to open the door from inside the car the door stays locked. The only way to unlock it is from outside with the key and sometimes thats a struggle. Is there a way to repair this problem? Thanks for the help.

[@1AAuto]

You may want to remove the outer door panel, and take a look inside of the door to see if a rod or cable has become detached from the outer door handle. Hope this helps you out.

[@christopherjuell9759]

Thank you for getting back with me so soon. Your information helped greatly, I checked the rod and found it bent (must have bent it when trying to remove the rod from the handle, the rod was in the handle really tight). After I bent the rod back it worked great. Thanks again.

[@chg244]

Hi! I've used your video before to replace the handles on my sliding doors and the back for my 2000 TOYOTA SIENNA. I now need to replace the driver's outside handle. I have the part, which I purchased from you, but I can't seem to find the video showing me how to fix it? Could you lead me to it please. Thank you so much! Cindy :)

[@1AAuto]

HI Cindy, Thank you for you order. We currently do not have an auto repair video with this particular repair. If you remove the door panel, you should be able to access the bolts that hold the handle in place. Hope this helps to point you in a direction. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@sonnybee8271]

is replacing the rear outside door handle the same on a camery?cause there are no videos on the corolla 1999

[@msh0041zz]

Ok thanks for the video, just ordered a replacement and will use this video, Many Thanks!

[@shaneaphillips980]

do you have a video on installing a outside driver side door handle on 97 toyota avalon?

[@1AAuto]

HI, we currently do not have an auto repair video that shows this particular repair. We do carry new replacement door handles on our website with FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states for your 97 Toyota Avalon. Here's a link to them on our website if anyone needs to replace theirs. www.1aauto.com/1A/exterior-door-handles/Toyota/Avalon/-/-/1997?VideoReply&VideoReply&ATony

[@randyfrantz1971]

is that a 62 pontiac wagon in the background?

[@1AAuto]

If the screw has stripped in the door handle, you may need to re-thread the door handle to accept the screw.