Hyundai Tucson: Front door latch

Component Location

1. Front door latch

Replacement

WARNING

• When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
• Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.

1. Remove the front door outside handle.

   (Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Outside Handle")

2. Loosen the mounting nuts, remove the front door channel (A).

3. Disconnect the front door latch connector (A).

4. Loosen the front door latch mounting screws (A).

Tightening torque : 7.8 - 14.7 N.m (0.8 - 1.5 kgf.m, 5.8 - 10.8 lb-ft)

5. Loosen the mounting screw, remove the front door latch assembly (A).

6. Disconnect the lock pin (A) in the direction of the arrow and then separate the locking pin (A) and connecting rod (B).

7. Press the lock pin, remove the front door outside handle base (A).

WARNING

• Front door outside handle base (A).
• Front door latch (B).

8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

WARNING

• Replace any damaged clips (or pin - type retainers).
• Make sure the door locks and opens properly.
• Make sure the connector is connected properly.

Replacement

1. Remove the front door window glass.

   (Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Window Glass")

2. Press the lock pin, separate the window motor connector (A).

3. Loosen the mounting nuts, remove the front door power window regulator (A).

Tightening torque : 3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.4 lb-ft)

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

WARNING

• Make sure connectors are connected properly and each rod is connected securely.
• Make sure the door locks / unlocks and opens / closes properly.

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