Dodge Repair: auto door handle, power window switch, 2007 dodge nitro

Question
How do I remove and replace the inside front door handle on a 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Answer
REMOVAL

 
1. Remove the trim panel (Refer to 23 - Body/Door - Front/PANEL, Door Trim - Removal) .



 
2. Remove the interior lock rod from the interior handle.



 
3. Remove the push pin (1) from the handle.
4. Remove the spring (3) and handle (2) from the carrier.




REMOVAL

 
1. Remove the door handle trim bezel (6).
2. Remove the fastener (5) from the handle area of the front door trim (4).
3. Use a very thin pry tool to remove the cap screw covers (3) from the front door trim (4).
4. Remove the screws (2) from the front door trim (4).
5. Remove the power window switch and disconnect the electrical connector.
6. Disengage the trim panel from the four way locator at the handle area of the trim panel, then carefully remove the door trim panel (4) from the door (1) by lifting upward until removed from the door lock and the mounting attachments on the carrier plate.