How Do I Remove a 1997 Ford Pickup Door Handle?
The 1997 Ford truck lineup included the F-Series trucks and the Ranger. The F-Series and Ranger were available in standard and extended cab versions. Removing the door handles on a 1997 Ford pickup is necessary if they become damaged or broken. The F-Series and Ranger trucks are set up in much the same way, with the exception of whether the truck has power windows or not.
Other People Are Reading
Things You'll Need
- 3/8-inch drive ratchet and socket set
- 1/4-inch drive ratchet and socket set
- Ford trim panel clip removal tool
- Flat head screwdriver
- Phillips head screwdriver
Instructions
-
-
1
Open the door with the handle you need to remove. Remove all of the bolts and fasteners from the inner door panel with a 3/8-inch drive ratchet and socket and a trim clip removal tool.
-
2
Remove the window crank handle cover with a flat head screwdriver if your truck has manual windows. Remove the center set screw from the upper end of the door handle with a Phillips head screwdriver. Turn the screw counterclockwise in order to remove it from the window crank handle then pull off the handle.
-
-
3
Slide the door panel upward to remove it from the upper window track. Remove the inner door panel from the truck.
-
4
Inspect and locate the connecting rods attached to the door handle. There are thin metal connecting rods that connect different parts of the door opening and locking mechanisms. Remove the connecting rod plastic clips from the ends of the rods where they link to the door handle. Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the plastic clips from the rods.
-
5
Remove the door handle mounting hardware from the inside of the door handle with a 1/4-inch drive ratchet and socket. Remove the nuts that hold the door handle studs in place. Twist the door handle and pull it out of the door from the outside of the truck.
-
1
References
- Photo Credit pickup truck image by Tonda from Fotolia.com
