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Replace the Door Handle

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years 1998-2004
Part: Handle

Replacing a door handle may seem complicated, but it is simpler than it appears once you have the replacement part. Do not install handles with automatic locks as they are designed for passenger safety and must allow them to exit in case of an accident. To remove the old handle, unscrew the screws that hold it to the inner plastic cover of the door, ensuring all fixing screws are removed. Once the screws are out, take off the door cover and unscrew the internal screws that secure the handle lock so you can remove it.

Updated on 14 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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