This was the best tutorial I've ever seen. it took me longer to watch the video than to actually fix my vehicle...very happy... it was so easy I'm even thinking about pulling off all the black ones and switching them to Chrome
Thank you for your video. Just replaced my door handle this morning. I have seen others videos but yours was the most clear, concise and detailed. The main point of being aware of the red fork and knob was the most informative aspect of the video. Not knowing where and how to place it together was the main factor in separating your video from the others.
Great job you covered everything. I called three Toyota dealers in Richmond, VA. Labor charges were $120, $200 and $300. I finished it in less than an hour including watching video and borrowing a T30 screw head from a neighbor. Someone who knows what they are doing could do it in 10 minutes. Hardest part for me was getting screwdriver into that "blind" screw. Could not get in in there properly for some reason. Took extra precautions to not lose the screw, shoved a towel in there to catch it in case it fell down.
Thank you for posting this video. I was able to replace the rear driver side door handle for my 2009 Matrix, which had a slightly different configuration for removing the inside panel, but the concept was the same. I did need to make a store run to get the extension for the #30 torx, and followed your advice for steps to prevent screws from falling inside of the door panel. All went well!
This is a really great video. The part about slipping the tab between the fork is valuable. Replaced the LR handle on my mother's 2003 Vibe GT with no issues. FYI, on her Vibe, the Torx screw holding down the handle actually has some sort of hold mechanism on it so there is no risk of it falling out of place. Very thoughtful on the part of the engineers.
Thanks so much for this video! The rear door handle on my 2007 matrix broke off and we were able to replace it fairly easily today with the help of your video.
Oh man,it's that easy!?! Just as long as I pay attention to what I'm doing I can save the $275.00 I was gonna pay the Toyota dealership and save the time going back and forth and waiting for them to get around to it.You are the Man!
This wasn’t as easy as the video makes it out to be. If you followed this process and the door wouldn’t open after you did all this, review video at the 7.40 time of video. The new handle must go over a black round piece of plastic that moves the blue or red piece. He doesn’t show it in the vid. But it is visible through the part of the door with the 3 bolts removed. It’s high up and I had to use a screwdriver to push it down while pushing the new handle over the round actuator. GL
Just got done with mine, and wished I checked the comments first. Took me 3 tries. First 2 just like the video, didn't work. looked inside and saw the round piece, pulling the red lever down pulled this part down, but I needed someone to slide the handle while I held the red lever down. 2005 pontiac vibe, maybe the setup is a little different.
Video gave me the confidence to tackle. What is missing is the relationship of the coil spring latches when the handle is installed. I did it like the video twice and was driven to drink. Looked up some Toyota chat rooms that discussed the topic and found the missing link in the video. There is an arm that the handle engages when it is pulled that needs to be aligned before securing. Did this mostly by feel, but it's there. I spent my troubleshooting on the red fork, but that's a red herring. Hope this helps you all. Raiseyourhandif you've already replaced the driver door lock control....✋
Thanks. I didn't have any issues on the rear door and couldn't capture everything inside the door on camera. I mentioned lining up the blue/red fork before you slide it into position and that's all I had to do. Went pretty easy for me. Sorry you had troubles, but I'm glad you got it done.
Thank you for this great video. I just changed two back door handles on an 06 Matrix. They did not have power locks or windows, but the still have an alignment circle where the electrical plug would go. So your video was very helpful even for a manual window car! Thank you!
Followed your lead closely. Thanks for not skipping over problem/tricky areas. Well done. completed the job! A happy wife is a happy life, so double thanks for that! Subscibed.
I managed - thanks to your video. The hardest part was getting the long handle piece to integrate correctly. It took several attempts... as the handle housing kept pushing away from the opening, and, yes, the red forks got in the way, too. Note: when I screwed the front screw back in, it wouldn't tighten up, but it wasn't 'loose' either. I let it be, and when done, the door handle worked fine (hope I won't regret something here!). Thanks again - couldn't-of done it without cha! btw, those screws have small 'clips' that won't let them fall out.
This was clear, simple and accurate. I replaced my handle in less than an hour. The first time I tested it, after replacing the handle, it wasn't working because I hadn't seated the red "fork" piece onto the prong. However, I was able to fix this quickly because the video so clearly showed that piece. I wouldn't have been able to see that without the video. Thank you very much.
Thanks man! Great help. I'd just suggest to triple check the mechanism before you put the plastic up again. I found that putting a piece of masking tape over the screw was helpful, so that I wouldn't fall down into the well of the door
Below the 3 screws that hold the lock assembly is a 10 mil bolt that secures the window track. I found it helpful to remove this bolt and push the track back. This gives more room to remove and re-install the door lock assembly.
Thanks - the only problem I had was finding a torx driver long enough to reach the screw through that little opening - needs to be longer than 4 inches! I had to order online. I am a 65 year old Grandma with no experience with this sort of thing! If I can do it anyone can!
If someone is having trouble getting the lock to work, we found you have to pull the red fork back, put the long handle in and then push the red fork back in place. If the long handle is in correctly, then the red fork should be moving in and out and up and down every time you pull on and release the handle.
Love the video but does anyone onow in detail how to remove the electrical wire? He suggests taking a small screwdriver but then doesn't show him doing it? Having some trouble.
I called my wife a He-Woman because she broke the same handle when opening the door yesterday. She may be petite, but she's a beast when it comes to cars. lol
I am buying a 2003 Toyota Matrix with manual windows. One of the rear doors can only open from inside. Is that an indication that the door handle needs replaced or could it be the child safety switch?
It could be either one. I'd pull the door panel and look at the handle mechanism first. It could be broken or cracked inside, not allowing the door to open. Good luck.
Thanks for the video. I'm having trouble getting the handle to move the fork up and down. I see how it goes up and down with the help of the spring, but the handle doesn't push it. How is it suppose to work? Is maybe the inside piece broken?
@@TheHandsOnChannel I opened the other door to get a working comparison. The handle has to snap around the fork mechanism piece. It took a couple attempts, but that does it. Thanks!
So I replaced the handle on Toyota Matrix, ,' 04. Rear door. Closed the door. Door will not open from inside or outside. I think I'll have to go back and make sure the lock mechanism is put in properly. My question, how do I get the door open? The electronic lock switch works. The door handle works.
The only way I know is behind the door panel. You could reach in and pull the rod that actuates the door latch. If the door panel is installed IDK what to tell you. Good luck.
Will i be able to replace this part. If door has child proof lock? It wont open from inside or outside since its lock and obviously door handle is broken from the outside :\ REALLY NEED HELP thanks
Usually the large piece at the rear of the handle is still in place. Try squirting some WD40 on that remaining section, make sure that the door is in the unlocked position, grab that section with some large vise grips and pull outward. Good luck!
Just had same problem on 2003 vibe. Child lock on, and handle on outside came right out. I got lucky, stuck my finger in hole in door hoping to activate door release. Pushed down on something about 1.5” down inside hole and the door released easily. Then I accidentally closed it again before I figured out it was child lock preventing opening from inside. I was able to easily repeat the finger trick. Good luck!
Also just having had it apart I think you could reach up with a finger and feel for a plastic nub and pull outwards. This is the nub the door latch pulls on.
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This video helped me replace a handle today! seeing in to the fork was a major key.
This was the best tutorial I've ever seen. it took me longer to watch the video than to actually fix my vehicle...very happy... it was so easy I'm even thinking about pulling off all the black ones and switching them to Chrome
Wow that's high praise. Thank you very much!
Thank you for your video. Just replaced my door handle this morning. I have seen others videos but yours was the most clear, concise and detailed. The main point of being aware of the red fork and knob was the most informative aspect of the video. Not knowing where and how to place it together was the main factor in separating your video from the others.
Great job you covered everything. I called three Toyota dealers in Richmond, VA. Labor charges were $120, $200 and $300. I finished it in less than an hour including watching video and borrowing a T30 screw head from a neighbor. Someone who knows what they are doing could do it in 10 minutes. Hardest part for me was getting screwdriver into that "blind" screw. Could not get in in there properly for some reason. Took extra precautions to not lose the screw, shoved a towel in there to catch it in case it fell down.
Thanks! 246,000 miles and a new functioning door handle.
Nice work!
Worked like a charm. Took me as a novice 1 hour to do, including watching the video twice. Thanks a million!
Thank you for posting this video. I was able to replace the rear driver side door handle for my 2009 Matrix, which had a slightly different configuration for removing the inside panel, but the concept was the same. I did need to make a store run to get the extension for the #30 torx, and followed your advice for steps to prevent screws from falling inside of the door panel. All went well!
This is a really great video. The part about slipping the tab between the fork is valuable. Replaced the LR handle on my mother's 2003 Vibe GT with no issues. FYI, on her Vibe, the Torx screw holding down the handle actually has some sort of hold mechanism on it so there is no risk of it falling out of place. Very thoughtful on the part of the engineers.
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Thanks to your video im a woman and was able to it myself i feel proud
Thanks so much for this video! The rear door handle on my 2007 matrix broke off and we were able to replace it fairly easily today with the help of your video.
Thanks for the video. This was exactly what I needed to fix the handle on my 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Fantastic instructional video! The dealership wanted $200.00+ for this job. The handle cost $10.00. It took me about an hour. Thank you!
Right on
Thank you so much Husband and I was able to replace our 2004 Pontiac vibe right back door handle in less the 30 minute, this video was very helpful
Oh man,it's that easy!?! Just as long as I pay attention to what I'm doing I can save the $275.00 I was gonna pay the Toyota dealership and save the time going back and forth and waiting for them to get around to it.You are the Man!
Thank you for this video! I looked at half a dozen others, but yours proved to most helpful.
Glad it helped. Thanks for commenting.
This wasn’t as easy as the video makes it out to be. If you followed this process and the door wouldn’t open after you did all this, review video at the 7.40 time of video. The new handle must go over a black round piece of plastic that moves the blue or red piece. He doesn’t show it in the vid. But it is visible through the part of the door with the 3 bolts removed. It’s high up and I had to use a screwdriver to push it down while pushing the new handle over the round actuator. GL
Just got done with mine, and wished I checked the comments first. Took me 3 tries. First 2 just like the video, didn't work. looked inside and saw the round piece, pulling the red lever down pulled this part down, but I needed someone to slide the handle while I held the red lever down. 2005 pontiac vibe, maybe the setup is a little different.
Video gave me the confidence to tackle. What is missing is the relationship of the coil spring latches when the handle is installed. I did it like the video twice and was driven to drink. Looked up some Toyota chat rooms that discussed the topic and found the missing link in the video. There is an arm that the handle engages when it is pulled that needs to be aligned before securing. Did this mostly by feel, but it's there. I spent my troubleshooting on the red fork, but that's a red herring. Hope this helps you all.
Raiseyourhandif you've already replaced the driver door lock control....✋
Thanks. I didn't have any issues on the rear door and couldn't capture everything inside the door on camera. I mentioned lining up the blue/red fork before you slide it into position and that's all I had to do. Went pretty easy for me. Sorry you had troubles, but I'm glad you got it done.
Thank you for this great video. I just changed two back door handles on an 06 Matrix. They did not have power locks or windows, but the still have an alignment circle where the electrical plug would go. So your video was very helpful even for a manual window car! Thank you!
Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback.
Followed your lead closely. Thanks for not skipping over problem/tricky areas. Well done.
completed the job! A happy wife is a happy life, so double thanks for that! Subscibed.
Excellent, thanks for the feedback and welcome.
Great video, did two rear doors today no problem! Thanks!!
GREAT VIDEO!!! I have used this twice on my son’s Toyota Matrix. Very valuable piece of information you have shared. Thanks so much!
Awesome! Thank you!
I managed - thanks to your video. The hardest part was getting the long handle piece to integrate correctly. It took several attempts... as the handle housing kept pushing away from the opening, and, yes, the red forks got in the way, too. Note: when I screwed the front screw back in, it wouldn't tighten up, but it wasn't 'loose' either. I let it be, and when done, the door handle worked fine (hope I won't regret something here!). Thanks again - couldn't-of done it without cha! btw, those screws have small 'clips' that won't let them fall out.
Thank You for this video. I used it to step by step remove and replace my rear passenger
Side door handle on my 2008 matrix.
Great job explaining as you go. Very helpful. Thanks.
This was clear, simple and accurate. I replaced my handle in less than an hour. The first time I tested it, after replacing the handle, it wasn't working because I hadn't seated the red "fork" piece onto the prong. However, I was able to fix this quickly because the video so clearly showed that piece. I wouldn't have been able to see that without the video. Thank you very much.
Thanks to your video I was able to fix my door handle with ease
Thanks man! Great help.
I'd just suggest to triple check the mechanism before you put the plastic up again.
I found that putting a piece of masking tape over the screw was helpful, so that I wouldn't fall down into the well of the door
Easy my man thanks a lot it did help brotha ❤
Below the 3 screws that hold the lock assembly is a 10 mil bolt that secures the window track.
I found it helpful to remove this bolt and push the track back. This gives more room to remove
and re-install the door lock assembly.
Thank you very much! Totally gonna help me out.
Thanks - the only problem I had was finding a torx driver long enough to reach the screw through that little opening - needs to be longer than 4 inches! I had to order online. I am a 65 year old Grandma with no experience with this sort of thing! If I can do it anyone can!
Excellent, thanks for the feedback.
Great video thank you! Make sure to roll your window up for starters
Beautiful paint!
Thanks for the guidance. Mission accomplished on my end. 👍👍
Excellent!
Thank you for making this video!
You're welcome, thanks for commenting.
If someone is having trouble getting the lock to work, we found you have to pull the red fork back, put the long handle in and then push the red fork back in place. If the long handle is in correctly, then the red fork should be moving in and out and up and down every time you pull on and release the handle.
I had to replace both rear handles and I couldn't have done it without this video. Thank you for posting!
thanks for listing the tools.
Thank you very much for sharing! Big help!
You're welcome!
Big thanks for the video!
You bet!
Yay! I did it. Thanks!
Nice!👍
Can someone tell me what the red "fork" piece is? It's broken and I need to replace the whole mechanism.
Dude, thank you so much
Any time
I have to change both sides on my matrix, exposure weakened them and kids ended up ripping them off
A very good video. I think it would be better to test it before you put the whole door back together and then put the interior panel on.
Good idea!
Good video
Love the video but does anyone onow in detail how to remove the electrical wire? He suggests taking a small screwdriver but then doesn't show him doing it? Having some trouble.
I called my wife a He-Woman because she broke the same handle when opening the door yesterday. She may be petite, but she's a beast when it comes to cars. lol
Hi, I need to replace my front driver side handle will it be WAY different?
No it should be the same.
I am buying a 2003 Toyota Matrix with manual windows. One of the rear doors can only open from inside. Is that an indication that the door handle needs replaced or could it be the child safety switch?
It could be either one. I'd pull the door panel and look at the handle mechanism first. It could be broken or cracked inside, not allowing the door to open. Good luck.
Thanks for the video. I'm having trouble getting the handle to move the fork up and down. I see how it goes up and down with the help of the spring, but the handle doesn't push it. How is it suppose to work? Is maybe the inside piece broken?
Could be, but you may have to remove it and reinstall to engage the fork. Good luck.
@@TheHandsOnChannel I opened the other door to get a working comparison. The handle has to snap around the fork mechanism piece. It took a couple attempts, but that does it. Thanks!
Does anyone know the part number or name for the plastic red fork? The one on my matrix is broken and I want to order a new one
Did you ever find out what it’s called? I can’t find the name of it anywhere.
So I replaced the handle on Toyota Matrix, ,' 04. Rear door. Closed the door. Door will not open from inside or outside. I think I'll have to go back and make sure the lock mechanism is put in properly. My question, how do I get the door open? The electronic lock switch works. The door handle works.
The only way I know is behind the door panel. You could reach in and pull the rod that actuates the door latch. If the door panel is installed IDK what to tell you. Good luck.
Thanks. I was able to get enough of the panel off to reach in and pull that rod. Appreciate it.
@@Javrama50 Glad you got it.
Will i be able to replace this part. If door has child proof lock? It wont open from inside or outside since its lock and obviously door handle is broken from the outside :\ REALLY NEED HELP thanks
HMM, that's a tough one. IDK how you can solve that. I'll have to think about it. Maybe someone else can chime in.
Usually the large piece at the rear of the handle is still in place. Try squirting some WD40 on that remaining section, make sure that the door is in the unlocked position, grab that section with some large vise grips and pull outward. Good luck!
Just had same problem on 2003 vibe. Child lock on, and handle on outside came right out. I got lucky, stuck my finger in hole in door hoping to activate door release. Pushed down on something about 1.5” down inside hole and the door released easily. Then I accidentally closed it again before I figured out it was child lock preventing opening from inside. I was able to easily repeat the finger trick. Good luck!
Also just having had it apart I think you could reach up with a finger and feel for a plastic nub and pull outwards. This is the nub the door latch pulls on.
Toyota's only weak design is inside & outside door handles and tailgate handles.
Well, the Vibe is not exactly the same... trust me, you can be flummoxed 🤣 what a nightmare
Thanks for sharing. Most of the matrix/vibe stuff is identical.
Lighting sucks can’t see what the hell he is doing