Pinpoint Test AU: Exterior Door Release Handle Sticks

Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - With Intelligent Access (IA)

Pinpoint Test AU: Exterior Door Release Handle Sticks

Normal Operation

The exterior door handle is connected to the door latch with an actuating rod. When the exterior door handle is pulled it causes the actuating rod to push down on the latch lever. When the latch lever is moved, the door latch releases, allowing the door to open. The handle has a return spring to make sure the handle returns to a closed position.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Binding linkage

- Broken handle return spring

- Door latch

PINPOINT TEST AU : EXTERIOR DOOR RELEASE HANDLE STICKS

AU1 CHECK FOR A BROKEN RETURN SPRING

- Remove the door trim panel.

- Open the clip and disconnect the exterior door handle actuating rod.





- Pull and release the exterior door handle.

Does the exterior door handle return to a closed position once released?

Yes
GO to AU2.

No
INSTALL a new exterior door handle reinforcement. REFER to Door Handle Reinforcement - Exterior, Front or Door Handle Reinforcement - Exterior, Rear . TEST the system for normal operation.

AU2 CHECK THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE AND LINKAGE OPERATION

- Operate the exterior door handle while observing the linkage.

Are any of the exterior door handle components or linkages binding?

Yes
REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
INSTALL a new door latch. REFER to Front Door Latch or Rear Door Latch . TEST the system for normal operation.