Lincoln Corsair: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Exterior Rear Door Handle

Removal

NOTE: LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the rear door window regulator and motor.
   Refer to: Rear Door Window Regulator and Motor (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation).
   

1. NOTE: The rear door is shown transparent for clarity.

   Disconnect the exterior rear door handle electrical connector.
   

1. 
   Position the rear door weatherstrip aside.
   
   1. Release the rear door weatherstrip pin-type retainers.
      
   2. Position the rear door weatherstrip aside.
      

1. Remove the exterior rear door handle access plug.
   

1. Remove the exterior rear door handle.
   
   1. Hold the exterior rear door handle open.
      
   2. Turn the release screw enough to release the exterior rear door handle and remove the exterior rear door handle.
      Torque: 36 lb.in (4.1 Nm)

1. 
   Remove the exterior rear door handle plug.
   
   1. Turn the release screw enough to release the exterior rear door handle plug.
      
   2. Remove the exterior rear door handle plug.
      

1. Remove the exterior rear door handle plug gasket.
   

Installation

1. NOTE: Transfer parts as necessary.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

   Using the diagnostic scan tool, carry out the remote function actuator (RFA) module self test.
   

1. Carry out the power door window initialization.
   Refer to: Power Door Window Initialization (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, General Procedures).