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Body - Door Won't Open From Inside Door Handle

Bulletin No.: 05-08-64-026

Date: August 23, 2005

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Door Will Not Open From Inside Door Handle (Replace Door Handle Bezel)

Models:
2003-2005 Chevrolet SSR





Condition

Some customers may comment that either door will not open from the inside door handle.

Cause

The hinge portion of the inside door handle may have broken.

Correction

Replace both inside door handle bezels at the time of repair following the procedure below.

1. Remove the door trim panel.

2. Remove the heat stakes from the door handle bezel with a 5 mm (1/4 in) drill.

3. Remove the broken handle bezel from the trim panel. Remove the C-Clip from the door handle hinge pin and remove the door handle. Install the door handle to the new bezel.

4. Install the new bezel to the door trim panel and install the six self-threading nuts to the bezel from the kit.

5. Install the door trim panel.





Parts Information

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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