Rugged Ridge 11826.01 Installation guide

Hello, I have read the installation instructions for the Rugged Ridge 11826.01 Nylon Door Replacement Handles. This document provides detailed steps on how to replace the door handles of a 1997-2006 TJ Wrangler, including how to remove the old handle and install the new nylon door strap. I'm ready to answer your questions about the installation process.
What should I do with the mounting screws when removing the inner door cover?

What should I be careful about when removing the pull handle?

What tool is recommended for removing the door panel?

1997-2006 TJ Wrangler Nylon Door Replacement handles

Installation Instructions: (p/n: 11826.01)

(1) Remove the three lower mounting screws securing inner door cover. Keep screws as they will be reused.

(2) remove screws securing pull handle to door. Keep screws as they will be reused.

Pull handle from door being careful not to dislodge threaded clip from inner mounting bracket.

(3) Using supplied door panel removal tool, carefully pop door panel from inner frame.

Carefully pull inner door panel from frame. You will only need to loosen enough clips to

allow you to reach up inside the door to where the OE door pull handle was located.

(4) Insert one end of new Nylon door strap through the front slot of the inner door skin. With hand

Inserted into door from underneath align eyelets with threaded clip. Make sure not to dislodge clips. If this

happens, simple reinsert and continue with installation.

With handle ends installed push panel back and secure strap with screws saved in step (2).

(5) Pop door panel back into place and reinstall screws removed in step (1). Repeat for other side.