1996 Ford F-150 Door Latch Repair

1996 Ford F-150 door handle would no longer open the drivers side door. Upon inspection, the handle mechanism was worn badly and would not pull the cable sufficiently. A bolt was added to effectively shorten the cable length enough to actuate the door latch.
Note: Taking the latch assembly out was extremely difficult. The electronic lock solenoid was also difficult. It is best to leave in place and focus on cable issue if possible.
The latch mechanism is no longer available at the stores I checked. If you need to replace, take a deep breath and say a prayer. 😊