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How to Replace Interior Door Handle 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner

Created on: 2012-03-08

How to repair, install, fix, change or replace a broken or snapped off interior door handleon 1996-2002 Toyota 4Runner models.

  1. step 1 :Removing the Door Handle
    • Remove the Phillips head screw inside the door handle
    • Slide the door handle forward and out
    • Unclip the latch rod from the door handle
  2. step 2 :Installing the Door Handle
    • Clip the latch rod onto the door handle
    • Slide the door handle back and on
    • Insert the Phillips screw into the door handle

Tools needed

  • Flat Blade Screwdriver

    Phillips Head Screwdriver

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Hi, I'm Mike from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out, and next time you need parts for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.

In this video, we're going to show you how to remove and reinstall the inside door handle on this '99 Toyota 4Runner, the same as any '96 to '02 4Runner. The only tools you'll need are a Phillips screwdriver and a small flat blade screwdriver.

There's a screw right in here. Remove that screw. Then it slides forward then it comes out. Then you can see the little clip right here. You can either grab on that clip with your finger . it could be pretty difficult. Pull the clip off. Then try and grab on top of the rod. Push the rod down and the handle off.

For reinstallation, pull that rod out. Make sure your clip is around like that. Get the handle up on the top of the rod. At this point, I had a little too much trouble getting a hold of that rod. I just use a small screwdriver. It helps me hold the rod, get the handle on top of it, and then get a hold on the handle and the clip down onto the rod. Use the screwdriver to help you push that clip and lock it in place. Then push the handle in and slide it back, and then finish off by reinstalling your Phillips screw.

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1995 - 1999  Toyota  Tercel
2001 - 2004  Toyota  Tacoma
1996 - 2002  Toyota  4Runner
1987 - 1991  Toyota  Camry
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