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How To Replace Rear Extended Cab Door Handle 2001-06 GMC Sierra 2500
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Tools used
T27 Torx Driver
Rust Penetrant
Ratchet
1. Removing the Old Handle
Remove the bolts with a T27 Torx bit and ratchet
Pull off the old handle
2. Lubricating the latch mechanism
Spray lubricant in the side, upper, and lower latch mechanisms
3. Installing the New Handle
Slide the upper bolt through the handle bolt hole
Slide the upper bolt into place
Push the screw in to get it started into the mounting plate
Start the lower bolt
Tighten the bolts with the T27 Torx bit
Test that the handle works
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In this video we're going to show you how to remove the third door handle, the door handle for each of the rear doors, I guess we would call it, on this 2004 GMC Sierra Extended Cab: a pretty easy operation. You just need a T27 Torx bit with a ratchet. You take the third door handle, a pretty easy replacement, it's just two T27 Torx bolts and what you want is a T27 bit with a ratchet, like that. Just remove these two bolts.
It's funny, the owner of this truck said to me, "Why would you want to do a video for that? I never use it." That kind of rang to precisely the point of it. These either break because they get used a lot or what will happen is they'll never get used and the mechanisms inside will get gunked up or frozen up and somebody will go to use it and break it.
I'll show you a little later how to lubricate the mechanisms too, so you don't have that happen. OK, we'll fast forward here just a little bit. OK, so the handle just comes right out. Here's our new handle from 1A Auto. You see it's all the same; it will go in the same.
Now before you put it back in, though, what you want to do is, this is the latch mechanism, you just see you just push it into there, what you want to do is spray some lubricant right down in here. I spray some stuff right down in there and then we'll open it up. Open it up and up here, you'll want to spray and then down below at the bottom and there's another latch. This is the latch that will really get gunked up and frozen.
Now take our new handle and you can see this plate kind of shifts back and forth and it has the bolt holes in it. Put your bolt through and you kind of want to force the screw in and pry it to the side a little bit to get it started into that plate. OK, and we'll just speed it up here as I finish installing those two T27 Torx screws.
We hope this helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the Internet. Please feel free to call us toll-free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the Internet and in person.
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Door handle
E
April 21, 2018
You had the handle I needed with options, worked out very well for me on price, it was shipped immediately, came quickly and fit perfectly. All around a super job! thanks very much Ed
Much Better !
Ed
June 16, 2018
Good price, Good fit. Much better than factory, Alot sturdier than factory !
Perfect fit
John
November 21, 2018
05 GMC extended cab pickup. Broken left rear door handle. So , I go on line, to YouTube, A1 Auto video pops up, easy deal to replace. I then googled A1 Auto went to the web site, found several replacement parts. Not only is the web site super easy to navigate, the selection of quality parts is way cool. I will buy from A1 anytime I need parts for all of my vehicles.
Easy install - Fit perfect
Wayne
February 8, 2019
I was very happy with this product and would recommend it.
Fits perfectly!
J
December 11, 2019
This is a good replacement for the original part. Also thanks for the hot to video of lubing up all the moving parts.
Door handle
richard
February 10, 2020
The website is easy to use and the quality of the part surpassed the one I purchased from a different company and it broke.
Thank you
Door Handle
H
February 15, 2020
Worked out great. Didnt like paying as much in shipping charges. And took longer than I expected to arrive.
Well Made
Michael
March 26, 2020
Do yourself a favor and spend the extra $10.00 and get this handle with metal. The plastic one will just break in just a matter of time. I put my door handles through lots of abuse and was please on the quality of this extra cab handle for my 2003 GMC Sierra 2500HD. Took me 5 minutes to install it as well.
1A Auto saved the day
Kurt
April 5, 2020
I'm glad I checked 1A Auto! They had the Exterior door handle I needed for my GMC truck. On top of the great price, the handle had been upgraded from plastic to coated metal. Much stronger and looked great.
Perfect fit
M
April 8, 2020
Much happier with this replacement and hoping that with the metal reinforcement it will last longer than the original plastic pieces.
OUTSTANDING QUALITY
Elby
April 16, 2020
Ordered this part to replace a broken rear door handle. It was shipped and delivered in just a couple of days. The quality was far better than what I replaced. I would recommend this item and 1A Auto.
Excellent quality
D
May 18, 2020
This is the second time I have replaced this door handle. The unit is purchased initially was inexpensive and didn't last very long. This time I decided to spend a few more dollars and hopefully get a better product. I was very pleased with this handle as it is clearly better made than the first one I bought. It works great and I highly recommend it.
Rear driver side exterior door handle for my GMC truck
Lee
June 18, 2020
I didn't know that I could find this handle on-line until I began a search. This handle is made of high quality material and was very easy to install. Also, the video on 1A Auto's site was very insightful and helpful with this installation. I recommend this product.
Great product fast shipping
MARIA
September 8, 2020
We ordered and were hesitant bc never ordered from before but we were very pleased and will order again in the future and would recommend
Door handle
Ken
September 10, 2020
Great product, lot better than the plastic ones.
Pay a little more but better quality
Interior extended Cab Door handle & exterior Door handle
B
November 17, 2020
Products were a perfect match and how to videos were of great help. Shipping was quicker than expected and products were packaged properly. Customer service is superb.
Much needed improvement!
W
January 29, 2021
TLDR; OE will cost you the same or more, but this improved part will be the last replacement you buy. Dont forget to check your other door/latch parts. The majority of them are visible w/ handle removed and a flashlight.
My Dad factory ordered our 2001 Silverado NBS Ext Cab and after he upgraded the heads and seized the motor it was passed on to me. It had a replacement under warranty, then an aftermarket replacement. The aftermarket was broken when I got the truck, and I replaced it with a used OE part which broke within a year. Its not a hassle to replace, just two torx screws, line it up, and replace the screws, but the $5 salvage part every 9 months was gonna get old quick. I was going to keep opening from the inside handle, which has been a hard habit to break after the years my dad left it broken. THEN I FOUND THIS! Its admittedly a strange part to get excited about but its perfect, not a single detail worthy of a complaint. Im sure everyone who has pulled and OE handle and no
Seems solid and easy to install
Keith
February 28, 2021
I decided to pay the extra money for this handle because of the heavier duty build on it. After hearing people buying the $10 version and having to replace it every year, I decided on quality over financial. It's only been on a month, so we'll see in a year.
Gary
September 6, 2021
Fast shipping. Perfect fit. Easy install. Much better product than factory original. Did both doors in 10 minutes.
Handle Without Care!
Stephen
April 15, 2022
As good and perhaps a bit better than the OEM handle it replaced. Price wasnt that much more than the cheapies on Amazon and far less than OEM so for the quality this handle was a solid value. Highly recommended.
Very satisfied
David
April 18, 2022
My new upgraded door handle was better quality than I expected. Fast shipping to. Will definitely buy from 1A auto again
See above statement.
JERRYLE
July 11, 2022
The part was more than I had imagined. It is heavier than the manufacture part and I am really satisfied with it and your prompt service. It only took me about 10 minutes to replace the old part. I will definintly keep you in mind when I need other parts for my vehicles.
Thank you.
A stronger handle than OEM
Grant
November 23, 2022
The description states "metal reinforced". Just to be clear....the entire handle is made of a nicely coated cast metal, including the lug that extends into the door and engages the door latch mechanism.
The body of the handle is pastic still, so we shall see how the hinge points hold up.
My OEM plastic handle broke where the lug extended out of the plastic handle. It will be very unlikely that this new one can break like that.
Get this one over the stock handle.
Larry
December 1, 2022
This is way better then the stock handle. I have replaced this handle with stock twice before I found this upgraded handle. I will not have to replace it again that for sure.
Joe
November 28, 2023
Perfect fit Works Great Easy to install.
good product
Tim
March 20, 2024
easy install, good quality. works as they should a few years after install.
Great Replacement Part
Dalton
August 20, 2024
Love the heavy duty parts in this handle. The original was plastic, I have had no issues with this and it's been over a year after install.
Mark
September 14, 2024
Very easy to install and works perfectly.
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