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

Removal

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

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

1. Remove the rear door trim panel.
   Refer to: Rear Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the watershield.
   

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

   Disconnect the exterior rear door handle electrical connector.
   

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: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

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

   If equipped with Phone as a Key, using the diagnostic scan tool, carry out the RFA module self test.