Need Help

[BadRobot1031]

So I took the right rear door handle off to put some door cup film on and when I went to replace the handle the screw that holds it in place came out and I cant get it back in place with out removing door mechanism was wondering if anyone has any experience doing this. see attached pictures.

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[Ducati1098]

Yeah that’s only supposed to come out enough to release the handle. Now that it’s completely out you’ll more than likely have to pull the whole latch and reinforcement out to reset it.

 

[BadRobot1031]

That's what I'm trying to help with removing the complete latch assembly .

 

[Ducati1098]

That's what I'm trying to help with removing the complete latch assembly .

Give me a little while and I’ll post the instructions for you on how to remove everything

 

[BadRobot1031]

That will be awesome, Thanks

 

[Ducati1098]

That will be awesome, Thanks

Okay here is everything you should need.
First you'll have to remove the rear door panel (if you haven't already)
then in order to get the latch assembly out, you'll need to remove the rear window glass, then the latch itself.
I attached a PDF for each of the procedures including the rear glass alignment procedure in case you need it after reinstalling the glass.

After the exterior door handle adjustment bolt is reinstalled in the reinforcement/latch assembly, you need to make sure the reinforcement is set correctly to get the exterior handle back in. I highly suggest you do this before reinstalling the window glass or door trim panel.

 

[BadRobot1031]

Thanks you for these not sure If I can handle a job like this, Ford Dealer would most likely want a arm and 2 leg's for this job.

 

[Ducati1098]

Thanks you for these not sure If I can handle a job like this, Ford Dealer would most likely want a arm and 2 leg's for this job.

I understand.
There is an easier way to get it back into position, but I'm not sure I would even know where to begin to explain how without actually being there in person to do it. It's very tricky, especially if you don't know exactly how the reinforcement works to lock in the exterior handle.

 

[BadRobot1031]

Thank you for the help. I will give it a look in the morning with a clear head.

 

[HolidayDog]

This is a very rippin thread. Such technicality and tenacious moves to get the job done. Carry on with this dialogue.

 

[BadRobot1031]

Well good new's for me on my Raptor, I brought it to my local paint and body shop and they were able to fix the door problem cost me only $50.00
Thanks for all that replied.

 

[Ducati1098]

Well good new's for me on my Raptor, I brought it to my local paint and body shop and they were able to fix the door problem cost me only $50.00
Thanks for all that replied.

Glad to hear they got it sorted out for you

 

[BigFootie]

Well good new's for me on my Raptor, I brought it to my local paint and body shop and they were able to fix the door problem cost me only $50.00
Thanks for all that replied.

I was going to tell you to go to your local body shop or glass shop. Glad you saved your arms and legs!

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