How to Service and Repair the Front Door Handle on 2003 Ford Explorer?

The front door exterior handle servicing process starts when you detach the front door trim panel and move the watershield to the side. The replacement of driver door and ignition lock cylinders as one set necessary prevents an unwanted single-lock key from existing during installation of a new lock cylinder. A new key requires stamping of its key code number onto a metal tag that gets attached to the key. If you need to repair a single lock cylinder discard it and implement the suitable lock repair kit to construct a new cylinder that matches your current key code. Start by disconnecting both connectors on the door latch jumper harness then move on to disconnecting the door harness electrical connector if it is needed. Remove the electrical connector of the key cylinder switch when electrical components are present while detaching the locator from its door framework. When working on the door lock cylinder one must first free the lock cylinder actuating rod and afterward remove the retaining clip as well as the lock cylinder lever and lock cylinder switch (if installing a new cylinder). The last step includes letting go of the door frame interior handle cable locators. The reverse process of removal will finish the installation.

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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Green, Rear Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7826604-BBPTM
$40.89 MSRP: $55.64
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Rear Right Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Rear Outer Passenger Side
- Replaces: 1L2Z-7826600-BAG, 1L2Z-7826600-BAB, 1L2Z-7826604-BAK, 1L2Z-7826604-BAA, 1L2Z-7826600-BAF, 1L2Z-7826600-BAA, 1L2Z-7826600-BAC, 1L2Z-7826604-BAF, 4L2Z-7826604-BAA, 1L2Z-7826604-BAS, 1L2Z-7826604-BAE, 1L2Z-7826604-BAC, 1L2Z-7826604-BAL, 4L2Z-7826604-BAJ, 4L2Z-7826604-BAF, 6L2Z-7826604-BDPTM
- Base No.: <26600
- Item Weight: 1.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.8 x 3.9 x 12.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7826604-BBPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Rear Outer Driver Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7826605-BBPTM
$39.84 MSRP: $55.11
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Rear Left Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Rear Outer Driver Side
- Replaces: 1L2Z-7826601-BAD, 1L2Z-7826601-BAB, 1L2Z-7826605-BAG, 1L2Z-7826605-BAE, 1L2Z-7826601-BAH, 1L2Z-7826605-BAL, 1L2Z-7826605-BAC, 1L2Z-7826605-BAA, 1L2Z-7826605-BAF, 4L2Z-7826605-BAE, 4L2Z-7826605-BAD, 4L2Z-7826605-BAA, 1L2Z-7826601-BAC, 6L2Z-7826605-BDPTM, 1L2Z-7826601-BAG, 4L2Z-7826605-BAJ
- Base No.: <26600
- Item Weight: 1.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.5 x 12.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7826605-BBPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Black, Rear Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7826604-AA
$18.22 MSRP: $26.52
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Rear Right Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: BLACK
- Position: Rear Outer Passenger Side
- Replaces: 6L2Z-7826604-AAA
- Base No.: <26600
- Item Weight: 1.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.6 x 4.6 x 12.5 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7826604-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Front Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822404-BCPTM
$42.01 MSRP: $57.16
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Front Right Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Front Outer Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 6L2Z-7822404-BDPTM
- Base No.: <22404
- Item Weight: 1.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.4 x 4.5 x 14.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7822404-BCPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Black, Front Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822404-AA
$31.09 MSRP: $45.25
You Save: $14.16 (32%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Front Right Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: BLACK
- Position: Front Outer Passenger Side
- Replaces: 6L2Z-7822404-AAA
- Base No.: <22404
- Item Weight: 1.30 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.6 x 4.6 x 12.5 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7822404-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Black, Front Outer Driver Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822405-AA
$18.65 MSRP: $26.45
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Front Left Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: BLACK
- Position: Front Outer Driver Side
- Replaces: 6L2Z-7822405-AAA
- Base No.: <22404
- Item Weight: 2.20 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.1 x 2.9 x 10.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7822405-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Front Outer Driver Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822405-BDPTM
$24.40 MSRP: $36.32
You Save: $11.92 (33%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle Assembly - Door Outer; Exterior Door Handle, Front Left Outer; Handle Assembly - Door - Outer; Exterior Door Handle
- Manufacturer Note: Paint to match
- Position: Front Outer Driver Side
- Replaces: 1L2Z-7822405-CAD, 1L2Z-7822405-CAQ, 1L2Z-7822405-CAC, 1L2Z-7822405-CAN, 1L2Z-7822405-CAL, 1L2Z-7822405-CAA, 1L2Z-7822405-CAP, 1L2Z-7822405-CAE, 1L2Z-7822405-CAM, 6L2Z-7822405-BCPTM
- Base No.: <22404
- Item Weight: 1.40 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 4.5 x 4.5 x 14.8 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6L2Z-7822405-BDPTM
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Rear Part Number: 5L2Z-7843400-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle With Lock Cylinder And Key; Liftgate Pull Handle, Rear; Handle With Lock Cylinder And Keys
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 1L2Z-7843400-AB
- Base No.: <43400
- Item Weight: 0.70 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 8.2 x 4.6 x 3.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 5L2Z-7843400-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
More Info
Fits the following 2003 Ford Explorer Submodels:
- Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

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2003 Ford Explorer Door Handle Parts Q&A

Q: How to Service and Repair the Front Door Handle on 2003 Ford Explorer?
A: The front door exterior handle servicing process starts when you detach the front door trim panel and move the watershield to the side. The replacement of driver door and ignition lock cylinders as one set necessary prevents an unwanted single-lock key from existing during installation of a new lock cylinder. A new key requires stamping of its key code number onto a metal tag that gets attached to the key. If you need to repair a single lock cylinder discard it and implement the suitable lock repair kit to construct a new cylinder that matches your current key code. Start by disconnecting both connectors on the door latch jumper harness then move on to disconnecting the door harness electrical connector if it is needed. Remove the electrical connector of the key cylinder switch when electrical components are present while detaching the locator from its door framework. When working on the door lock cylinder one must first free the lock cylinder actuating rod and afterward remove the retaining clip as well as the lock cylinder lever and lock cylinder switch (if installing a new cylinder). The last step includes letting go of the door frame interior handle cable locators. The reverse process of removal will finish the installation.

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8 Door Handles found

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Green, Rear Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7826604-BBPTM

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Rear Outer Driver Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7826605-BBPTM

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Black, Rear Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7826604-AA

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Front Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822404-BCPTM

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Black, Front Outer Passenger Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822404-AA

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Black, Front Outer Driver Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822405-AA

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Outside, Front Outer Driver Side Part Number: 6L2Z-7822405-BDPTM

2003 Ford Explorer Handle, Rear Part Number: 5L2Z-7843400-AA

2003 Ford Explorer Door Handle

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