SECTION 501-14B: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems — With Intelligent Access (IA)
2014 Flex Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Procedure revision date: 05/02/2013

Exterior Door Handle


Item Part Number Description
1 W714032 Plug
2 — Exterior door handle bezel retaining screw
3 54218A14/ 5422088 Exterior door handle bezel (with key hole/without key hole)
4 5422404 Exterior door handle

Removal and Installation

 WARNING: Disconnect the window regulator motor connector before working inside the vehicle doors. Service actions inside the door (such as door latch, handle or lock cylinder service) or operating the remote keyless entry (RKE) fob may activate the windows on vehicles equipped with global open/close. Serious injury to hands or arms may occur if a window motor is activated during service. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

Front doors

  1. Remove the door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-05 .
  1. Position the watershield aside.
  1. Disconnect the window regulator motor electrical connector.
  1. Disconnect the exterior door handle electrical connector.

All doors

  1. Remove the plug from the rear of the door.
  1. Loosen, but do not remove the exterior door handle bezel retaining screw and remove the exterior door handle bezel.

  1. NOTE: Slide the exterior door handle rearward to release.

    Remove the exterior door handle.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.