Kia Picanto (JA): Front Door / Front Door Outside Handle

Kia Picanto (JA) 2017-2026 Service & Repair Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Front Door / Front Door Outside Handle

Components and components location

Component Location

1. Front door outside handle

Repair procedures

Replacement

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

•	Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.

•	Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1.	Remove the front door trim. (Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Trim")

2.	Remove the door pull handle mounting support (A) after loosening the screws.

3.	Disconnect the front door speaker connector (A), and then remove the wiring mounting clips.

4.	Remove the front door trim seal (A).

5.	Disconnect the door lock rod (A).

6.	Disconnect the front door outside handle connector (A).

7.	Remove the plug hole cap (B) and then loosen the bolt and remove the door lock assembly (A).

8.	Remove the front door outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Be sure to install the outside handle pad (A) between the outside handle and the door panel.

•	Make sure that the connector is connected properly.

•	Make sure that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

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