MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Exterior Front Door Handle

501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

2016 MustangReference 1,434 / 6,619HTML edition
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Exterior Front Door Handle — original illustration 1, reference 1434Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

Installation

1. Connect the exterior front door handle connector to the handle from inside the door and partially install the front door handle in the front door opening.

Exterior Front Door Handle — original illustration 2, reference 1434Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

2. Install the lock cylinder door handle cover.

1. Install the lock cylinder and door handle cover assembly to the front door.

2. Release the front door handle.

3. Apply light pressure to the front door handle while turning the release screw 8 turns. The handle will engage and go in around 6 to 6.5 turns. You must continue to the full 8 revolutions for installation then torque to the specified value. Torque : 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

Source reference 1434

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