How to Replace Interior Door Handle 98-02 Toyota Corolla

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[@springboard231]

Thanks for the video. My wife timed me from out the door to back in the door - took me 7 minutes and 17 seconds. We were both stunned - didn't think I'd be anywhere under 15 minutes. Longest part was removing the clip. Also needed to get a thicker screwdriver for putting the screw back in. My wife had indicated being quoted 60 bucks for this job. Thanks again for the video.

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[@ArtHennessey]

Thanks! In case anybody is wondering, this is just as easy as it looks on the video! My front driver's side door handle broke and I was going to bring it in to get it fixed and I was just curious and googled how much it might cost and came across this video. Following other comments, I simply removed it, then moved the one from the rear up to the front and then ordered a new one to replace the rear one. It came in a day and I put that one in just as easy.

[@buzoff4642]

I'd considered doing that, but thought possibly the plastic in the rear may be as brittle as the front one that broke. Glad it worked out for you though.

[@evaabe2840]

I had gotten as far as to the wire clip & decided to check KZbin for guidance. My sister happen to come by just in time. I thought she was going to help me, but ended up doing it by herself due to your helpful video. Within 5 mins I had a new door handle! Could not have done it without you. Thank you. ;)

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[@a.mumo2648]

Thanks for posting this. I'll be replacing both the passenger and driver side door handles. You've saved me from lots of headaches and money. :)

[@rasserfrasser]

Dude, thank you so much for posting this video. Mine recently finally came apart and I was under the impression the handle was connected to some long rod attached to the door and replacing it would be some giant undertaking. What a relief, you honestly saved me beaucoup dollars on a mechanic job thanks again!! :D

[@danwebster2365]

5 years after video made and still helping out. Thank you so much for posting this!

[@Blackthorne369]

Did it today and worked a treat! Never truly considered a door handle’s orientation but, of course, they must differ, being from the opposite sides of the car. A simple and obvious error on my part, and simply resolved. Thank you for posting this. ‘Twas short, detailed, and to the point. Excellent work.

[@QCDoggies]

I just did this job and the trick to slide the handle casing away from the little clip mechanism is VERY important in order to remove it. My original (broken) handle was actually fused to the plastic of the interior door so I had to work hard to break it apart. It is tricky getting the new clip attached to the metal rod. Also, I thought it wasn't going to work at first, because when you pull the handle, there is no "click" or anything letting you know the thing works. But it does. Thanks for this video! Really helped.

[@UshanevVrookLamar]

You guys are a great resource. This is the second simple repair I've done after watching one of your how-to vids.

[@NineInchPinkTool02]

I'm sure you guys hear this all the time, but this video helped out a lot. Might be bad for business, but I took out the handle from my back seat. Thank you!

[@robkirschenbaum2633]

Thank you, again, for posting this video. After watching this video I was able to switch out my driver's side front door handle with the rear same side passenger handle while I wait for the part to arrive in the mail.

[@varlaluna]

my husband just spent 100 fixing on door handle! I showed him this, I sent away for 4 door handles for a total of $10. My daughter watched this and within 7 minutes she fixed it! Thank you so so much!!

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for checking out our videos! Glad to hear you guys were able to get it done yourselves. 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/1998-02-chevy-prizm-toyota-corolla-interior-door-handle-pair/i/1adhs00122?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@fiverx313]

i'm usually scared to fix things myself but your instructions made this SO EASY. thank you!

[@mkk1959]

I just have to thank you SO much for showing how to do this! I am going online and buying the replacement handle and doing it myself!

[@louise4053]

Thank you for the excellent tutorial video. A tremendous help. I usually take the car to the shop for everything. (I'm tired of doing that-even with the "small" fixes) Now I won't have to spend all that money - thanks to you. The most helpful video for the handle fix.

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[@angelmartinez8480]

I just wanted to thank you for your informative videos on installing indoor and exterior door handles on the corolla models, I'm proud to text that I just installed both on my car and it works perfect. Once again thanks.

[@buzoff4642]

Thank you so very much. For the 5-minute fix instructions, the link to the part to order, and giving me back my day off with your hasty shipping.

[@AcuMedical]

Big Big thank you from the holly-land of Israel. I have tried to remove the broken handle BEFORE watching your video, and couldn't make it. I almost gave it up, then I have seen your video. When you know what to do, it so easy to replace it. It took me 3 minutes to remove the old part, and 2 minutes to install the new part. The only problem I had is that for 1.6L models, as the models sold in Israel, you need a different part, not as seen in the video. I think that for 1.6L you need to buy the part from model years 1993-1997. If you have a 1.6L car, pay attention and buy the exact replacement part.

[@easy288]

Thanks. Your video gave me the confidence to replace two door handles today. Dealer quoted a ridiculous price. I have been declining to replace it for years.

[@craiggray4255]

Thank you! Replaced 2 door handles in less than 5 minutes.

[@maria18ramos]

This look so easy both of my car handle broke so I order both of them in autozone but I didn't know how to install them. This is gonna help me Thank u for posting this :)

[@kekspng]

Thank you thank you thank you!!! I was trying to figure this out on my own, knowing next to nothing about fixing even minor things on cars. Went to AutoZone to ask for advice, only to be told to take it to a shop. I was super frustrated, found your video, and was able to replace my handle in just a few minutes. A simple fix! You guys are awesome!!!

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[@joariamis]

Saved me a trip and money for something pretty simple. Thanks!!

[@smacaskill]

Thanks a lot. I've made a couple of repairs with help from your videos. You saved me a bunch of money and aggravation. You're the best.

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[@bentrodsbrs9274]

That Made My Day, I thought I was going to have to pull the door panel off, nice easy Fix, Thank You

[@SamProof]

Nailed it! Watched this, and 7 minutes later I'd swapped out the back door handle for my driver side handle. Than you!

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[@coltonwillcutts7851]

Thanks for posting...was easy gettin it off but a little tricky gettin the new one back on...until I watched it the second time. lol

[@rkumar821]

THANK YOU! this helped a lot! ive never fixed anything on a car before but when my door handle broke i freaked out. i guess its much more simpler than i thought! took me only 10 mins :D

[@gr8catsby]

THANKS!!!!! I watched someone else's video, but yours was much more detailed and helpful.

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[@jeanwogaman2069]

Thank you so much! It was a piece of cake! I've written down your URL. Next time a handle breaks, I'm ordering from you!

[@suniltshegaonkar7809]

thanks for posting this video. Many things are so simple. First timers do not know, and they have to pay through nose at one or the other place.

[@robertwalsman9098]

Thanks for posting this. I've been trying to figure out how to do this for a while. I got it done in 5 minutes after watching your video. Thanks again!!

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[@tennesseeohanlon8715]

This is exactly why I LOVE the internet! Thank you!

[@1AAuto]

Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers need to make this repair we carry the door handles shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them. We also offer free shipping in the US on all orders www.1aauto.com/1998-02-chevy-prizm-toyota-corolla-interior-door-handle-pair/i/1adhs00122?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@jlc7300]

Yep! just ordered mine from you last week, needed a pass side but got both because my drivers side is bound to break again someday, and I am not selling my car anytime soon so I thought it was wise to have a spare ready to go.

[@bigradz8246]

@@1AAuto I just ordered a pair. I'll be standing by ready to install.

[@lindyedwards3057]

Thank goodness for youtubers! Much love to the helpful!

[@KetoKings]

My handle has been broken do long, I kept getting quoted huge prices. Thank you =)

[@namewithoutdigits]

I just replaced the driver's door handle. I'm a very visual learner, and this video helped me. Thanks!

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[@ronprzygodzki5838]

You guys rock. I got the thing done in a less than 10 minutes. I was worried that I'd screw it up. You proved me wrong, and I'm grateful for it ;) Thanks!!!

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[@life2vida]

Omg this looks so easy!!!! When I asked around they want to charge almost 200$ for this. I'm going to do this my self. Thank u so much for showing this.

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[@RedMag01]

And to think i was going to pay someone for that. 10 mins and mines are brand new. Thank you.

[@1AAuto]

Yes the entire handle needs to be purchased to get that one part.

[@jimmys005]

Thanks for the video. Took about 5 minutes and cost under $22.00.

[@1AAuto]

We currently do not carry just the cable. We do carry the replacement door handles on our website for your 98-02 Toyota Corolla if you need one. Here's a link to them on our website. Just copy and paste this URL into your browser 1aauto.com/1A/-/Toyota/Corolla/-/-/1998?ATony

[@karenturman]

Awesome. Just fixed my own car for the very first time and feeling great! Thanks for this.

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

[@sharonclement9211]

Awesome, my car is 2001, myself 70 years old, & I did it. Thank you!

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[@VantaVoid7]

Awesome...I really appreciate you guys. This saved me about 20/40 dollars.

[@grace619]

Thanks for the clip. It took me exactly 20 minutes with low light to replace.

[@deedeeinwi]

thank you ! I watched your video and now my handle is replaced. Thanks

[@TK199999]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH! The connecting rod was the piece I couldn't see easily to fix it and now I know it will rest slight down, after the handle was broken off by accident.

[@Veilside1000HP]

Agreed, my broke twice, but the second time it broke I never changed it, it is still on there but it still open the door without a problem. Just have to be gentle with it and it doesn't snap back because the spring fell in to the door along with the broken tab. So next time I am going to change it I have to take off the entire door panel to get the broken parts out.

[@pamallahaug7479]

Great. Video on replacing the door handle on my 1999 Corolla. Thank you! Now I wonder if you have a video on replacing the inside trunk latch.

[@1AAuto]

+pamalla burns We currently do not have an auto repair video that covers this particular repair. We will keep this request in mind in the event that we need to make this repair in the future. 1aauto.com

[@mightymarg]

awesome vid! just used it to perform this repair this morning. the only thing for me was that engaging the handle didn't lock the clip onto the rod, but that's of no real significance. thanks!

[@jorgem.333]

I have 6 months whit out handle, but this video make me thing that can due for my self ! many thanks

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You totally can! Order your part from us and we'll ship it free right to your door. Here's a link: www.1aauto.com/1998-02-chevy-prizm-toyota-corolla-interior-door-handle-pair/i/1adhs00122

[@jorgem.333]

Many Thanks! but I have the new part for about 5 months a go, Just I don't know how to installed, but i'm keep in mind for next time.. and I go check your site to see all your stuff Many thanks

[@slobo80]

Excellent video. Gave me all the details I needed.

[@msj56]

Hello! My handle just broke off tonight! Help!

[@bnellaniyah]

This video is still helping people 11 years later. Took me 5 minutes🫶👍🫵

[@davidarents9000]

Great vid, easy fix. Most difficult part was getting the old clip separated from the rod. Had two handles that needed replacing, one was so broken the clip was already apart from the rod (driver handle). The rear passenger (behind the driver) still had this attached and finally freed the clip with a lot of effort and the right sized flat head screw driver. The rest of the job: 2 minutes or less per handle.

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[@danielfrancella5219]

Thanks looks super easy. Going to replace mine this weekend. I read that’s an issue with older Corollas.

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[@richardgarcia9626]

I did this with my 98 corolla, its pulling the arm but it still wont open

[@djslash20]

Very well explained. It helped me a lot. Thanks.

[@cmmaddux07]

I had an auto body shop quote this job at over $100, thanks so much for saving me a Benjamin!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for watching. This repair is easier than most people would think! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

[@CharlieAligaen]

Super helpful! Changed this door handle really wuick. I appreciate it 🙏

[@thenoomadd]

How much do the replacement handles cost. I need 2 of them on the driver side

[@arjunmangal5281]

You saved mine DOLLARS $$$ .... Thanks buddy ... :)

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[@dk6071]

I have a question: you know that yellow clip on the back of the handle, the one that clipped onto the metal bar inside the door... does that yellow plastic clip come with the replacement door handles when you order them or do you have to order the clip separately?

[@1AAuto]

It should be on there for you. Here's a link to what the back of our replacement door handle looks like. Hope this helps you out dgzmd7u6z2by7.cloudfront.net/partphoto/DHI/1ADHI00119/large_1.JPG

[@erikaw8551]

Thank you!!!! Unfortunately I think the rod is broke on one of my doors, Replacing the handle did nothing but it helped the other door!!!!!

[@redjack7296]

Thank you so much I'm 18 just got my 1st car and this was one of the problems I had and this sure helped

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+Red Jack Thank you!

[@aMcConghie16]

So I can use the drivers side rear door for the drivers door?

[@christopher7195]

You made attaching it look easy, im 15 mins in on trying still having problems.

[@qasion]

My Granma just broke her door handle, but I think the cable is also broken from what I saw. How do we change that, do they sell handle with cable?

[@girlzion]

The wire cable that attaches to the door handle is not working. Do you know of where I can order that part and how to fix it?

[@get2dachopp_a]

Thank you very much for this helpful video! Literally took me 5 mins!

[@1AAuto]

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[@richardbanks5689]

The horizontal part of the clip broke when I installed it. Is that important? Should I do something about it?

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[@cindysnoopy]

Thanks for your help! We just bought our replacement parts from you. :-)

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[@YESENIASANTANARIVERA]

HELP!!! Do you guys have a video about how to replace the REAR door handle for Corolla 1999? THANKS!

[@DougHinVA]

They sent my part inside 1 week and I put it in inside 2 minutes. It is easy to do and a small flat head and medium Phillips screwdrivers are all you need. Save the labor and part markup at a garage (easily $40 labor and maybe $20 for the part)!

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[@gavinobrien8332]

I have 99 corolla with the central lock system and my door handle broke and im looking for new handles and they all say manual locks so does that mean it wont work in my car?

[@xXKisskerXx]

I just tried this and my driver door still won't open right. The other 3 doors also had replaced handles (decided to swap all the colors) and they open just fine, it is just the driver door that is the issue (the most commonly used door). The rod is bent, is it supposed to be? I can't tell in your video if the rod is bent or not (not the end 90degree, but a few inches back)

[@DeadliestLit]

Thank you so much for posting this video. It was easy to follow, and helped me get the job done with ease. :)

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[@jackdeblaere3479]

Thank you for allowing me to fix my own door.

[@1AAuto]

No problem, We're glad to hear that this has helped you out. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the replacement door handle shown in this video on our website. Here's a link to them goo.gl/xEDK8Y

[@mikeashford9240]

Thank you for making it look so easy anyway I got it finished and the door opens with ease again .....

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +mike ashford

[@krummhorn2824]

My 2002 Corolla has power locks. Is there any difference in the replacement procedure?

[@1AAuto]

It should be the same or a similar procedure. Thanks for watching.

[@superpow85]

Perfect! This video was all i needed!

[@ronaldhickman9953]

That has got to be the world's longest 3/8 inch long screw I've ever seen in my life

[@_morrokoi]

Worked perfectly! thanks

[@1AAuto]

+Pedro Paez That's what we're all about! Glad to hear we've been able to help out. For anyone else who might be doing this job, we carry the parts shown in the video on our website. Order from us and we'll cover the shipping. Here's a link: www.1aauto.com/1A/DoorHandleInterior/Toyota/Corolla/1ADHS00122?KZbin&CTA%20Comment&ATony

[@bonesy55]

did they plan on having these doors handles breaking so frequently.

[@ecalleros1]

Thanks guys you are always helpful love 1a auto

[@eltonyc]

Thanks for posting :) I was able to replace mine in 2 mins :)

[@JP5416]

Thanks a bunch for the show yal saved me $60

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[@lydiayeung2720]

My car door handle doesn't come loose when I unscrew it. It's pretty stuck to the door. Any advice on what I can do to make it pop out?

[@mtvraoutube]

Thank you. This video helped me a lot.

[@mexiluvsw]

Do you have to put some wd40 on the mechanism to make it smoother?

[@1AAuto]

+mexiluvsw You shouldn't have to. www.1aauto.com/1A/DoorHandleInterior/Toyota/Corolla/1ADHS00122?KZbin&N6xnQklr0qE&KZbin&CTA%20Comment&

[@brucehux248]

small pin broke out of top left corner...can it be glued back in?

[@AnaPedraza-v5x]

Wow like this video

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[@ellingam]

Very very good !!! Thanks a lot !

[@Ghostdc7]

Great video. Fixed my prob real quick. Keep up the good work!

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