For 1990-2009 cars

Callout | Component Name
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#### Preliminary Procedure

Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.

1 | Outside Door Handle Rod Clip

#### Procedure

Use a flat-head tool to open the clip from the threaded rod connecting the lock to the outside handle.

2 | Outside Door Handle Rod

#### Procedure

1. Position the outside door handle rod (2) in the clip (1) in order to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle.
2. Adjust the travel of the handle by removing the threaded rod in the clip.
3. Install the clip cover closed over the threaded outside door handle rod.
4. Inspect the door lock system for proper operation.