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Body - L/H Front Exterior Door Handle Chafes Door Paint

57 Left front outer door handle chafes paint

57 10 04

2022615/1

January 26, 2010





Affected Vehicles

Condition





The left front outer door handle chafes the paint on the door.

Technical Background

Gap between the left front outer door handle and the painted surface of the door is too small.

Production Solution

Mounted position of the left front outer door handle has been corrected.

Service

1. Remove the door handle trim.





2. Apply duct tape to the area shown in the illustration.

This will bring the mounted position of the door handle trim away from the door surface and create proper clearance during door handle operation.

3. Repair any paint damage.

Tip: It is not necessary to replace the door handle or the door handle trim.





Warranty

Additional Information

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