How to Service and Repair the Front Door Latch Assembly on 2002 Ford Focus?

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The front door latch requires service or repair by firstly removing both the front door trim panel together with the side impact energy absorption panel. Start by removing the screw which enables the door latch remote control attachment before handling the detachable handle from the door panel. A gentle peel of the watershield is necessary for retainer re-bonding purposes but touch the adhesive surface at all costs. Disconnect the electrical connector of the door latch actuator while removing the exterior door handle access hole grommet. The technician loosens the screw to achieve complete unlinking between the door lock cylinder bezel and door lock cylinder. Next the door lock cylinder bezel and exterior door handle must be slide released. Unscrew the hardware and carefully disconnect a second screw that should remain retracted from the exterior door handle. Using your fingertips press the door latch to let it release from its position and remove it with both the door latch security shield and the door latch and exterior door handle reinforcement plate. Moving the clip counter-clockwise enables the disconnecting of the door lock cylinder connecting rod. Similarly disconnect the exterior door handle reinforcement plate connecting rod. Begin door latch removal by removing and discarding the exterior door handle adjustment clip. Proceed by taking off the door latch through a process that involves removing the door latch remote control outer cable and rotating the remote control clockwise before removing the latch. To install the remote system start with the door latch where you attach the remote then install the new exterior door adjustment clip before inserting the door handle retaining plate rod and completing with the door lock cylinder rod installation by securing the clip. After positioning the door latch you must press it to lock its tangs before screw installation begins. After attaching the door latch security shield you must install the exterior door handle with gaskets before screwing the exterior handle and putting on the exterior door lock cylinder cover while you tighten the external lock bezel. Set the latch position with the door latch connecting rod adjustment clip installed then link the door latch actuator electrical connector and finalize the door latch screws tightening process. The watershield receives a new bond before installation of the door latch remote control including screw attachment if applicable. The side impact energy absorption panel should be installed after users confirm the door latch lever has reached its full range of motion by producing two audible clicks during closure. You need to check the door latch operation when you utilize the rocker lever on the remote control of the door latch to lock and unlock the door along with testing the exterior handle opens the door to 75% of its total range with 5-6 mm freedom after the latch unlocks. Proceed with door latch removal after failed opening attempts before resetting the connecting rod adjustment clip before you put in the front door trim panel.

OEM 2002 Ford Focus Door Latch Assembly

6 Door Latch Assemblys found

2002 Ford Focus Latch Assembly, Front Passenger Side Part Number: 5S4Z-5421812-D

2002 Ford Focus Latch Assembly, Front Driver Side Part Number: 6S4Z-5421813-D

2002 Ford Focus Lock, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-7443150-C

2002 Ford Focus Latch, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-D

2002 Ford Focus Latch, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-C

2002 Ford Focus Lock, Rear Part Number: 6S4Z-5443150-F

2002 Ford Focus Door Latch Assembly

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