Dorman - HELP Exterior Door Handle P/N:80697
Replace a cracked, loose or unresponsive handle with the Dorman - HELP Exterior Door Handle, part number 81937. This front left outside door handle is a direct-fit replacement for the 1999-2003 Acura TL. It gives you a new handle that matches the original, at a lower cost than a trip to the dealership.
An outside door handle is the grip you pull from outside the vehicle to work the door latch and open the door. If the handle itself has snapped, cracked or worn loose, this unit replaces it.
A handle that moves but does not release the door can also point to a latch or linkage fault, so diagnose the cause before you replace the handle. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct installation procedure.
Interchange: 72180S0KA01ZE · 72180S0KA01ZF · 72180S0KA01ZL · 72180S0KJ01ZA · 72180S0KJ01ZD · 72180S6M003ZB
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Does this exterior door handle fit the 1999-2003 Acura TL?
Yes. The Dorman - HELP 81937 is a direct-fit replacement for the front left exterior door handle on the 1999-2003 Acura TL. The Buyer's Guide tab shows the full fitment.
Which door does this handle fit?
It fits the front left door only. The handle is position specific, so make sure you are replacing the handle in the same position and on the same side of the vehicle.
What does an outside door handle do?
It is the grip you pull from outside the vehicle to work the door latch and open the door.
What are signs an exterior door handle may need replacing?
Signs include a cracked or broken handle, one that feels loose, or one that moves without releasing the door. A latch or linkage fault can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause first.
Will this handle match my original?
Dorman - HELP designed it to look and work like the original handle, built to the dimensions and specifications of the handle the vehicle came with from the factory.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.