Outside Door Handle for 1998-2001 Ford Explorer & More - Dorman 80250

Replace a cracked, snapped or loose outside door handle with the Dorman HELP Exterior Door Handle, part number 80250. It is designed to look and work like the original, for far less than a trip to the dealership. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1998-2001 Ford Explorer, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.

• Matching appearance: designed to look and function the same as the original handle on the listed vehicles.
• Seamless replacement: built to match the dimensions and specifications of the handle the vehicle came with from the factory.
• Excellent value: original equipment quality at a lower price than a dealer part.
• Position coverage: cataloged for the front left, front right, rear left and rear right door positions. Make sure the handle you order matches the position and side of the door you are replacing.

An outside door handle is the lever you pull to release the door latch from outside the vehicle. Signs it may need replacing include a handle that is cracked, broken off or loose, or one that moves without releasing the door. If the handle itself is the cause, this part replaces it. A worn latch or a disconnected linkage rod can cause the same symptoms, so diagnose the problem before you replace parts. If you need a 2000 Ford Explorer outside door handle replacement, this Dorman HELP handle is listed for that model year.