How do you replace an exterior door handle on a 1995 Honda Civic?

Answer 1

1) Purchase a new door handle from your local auto parts store or dealership. Which ever is cheapest is my preferance.

2) There are three Philips screws to remove. A)One in the handle to close the door, B)One in the door handle to open the door from the inside and C)One plastic screw at the front part of the door panel. Remove the plastic insert after removing the plastic screw.

3)You will need to remove the window crank by prying or pulling a pin from in between the crank and the door panel. Be careful not to loose the pin for they tend to fly very easily. Don't be scared to press the crank and panel apart.

4) Once the screws are removed the door is only held in place by Panel Pins. Pull the door panel away from the door. After the panel is loose lift the door panel off of the door.

5) Carefuly remove or cut the plastic wrap from the top outer corner of the door. Look for the opening that would face the back side of your outer door handle.

6) Once you have access to the handle you will need a 10mm socket and rachet to remove the old and reinstall the new handle.

7) There is another pin holding you Locking/Key assembly to the handle. Remove and pull the assembly away from the handle.

8) The rod can be a little tricky but your new handle should have a new plastic bushing for atachment. Pry the rod from the handle, you might need to wedge the old bushing apart to release the rod easier.

9) Once Removed do all the steps in reverse..