Dorman 97981 front left exterior door handle for the 2015-2020 Ford F-150 replaces the outside handle that opens the door. This Dorman HELP exterior door handle is designed to look the same and fit the same as the stock handle.
- Plastic handle with a chrome finish
- Key lock hole in the handle
- Measures 240 mm long and 90 mm wide
- RFID exterior door handle
- Dorman HELP product line
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 97981 exterior door handle
- Fits: 2015-2020 Ford F-150
- Position: Front left
- Material: Plastic
- Condition: New
A cracked or broken handle, a handle that feels loose, or a door that will not open from outside can mean the handle needs replacing. Before you replace the handle, rule out the door latch and its linkage, because a latch problem can also keep a door from opening.
Fits
This is a direct-fit replacement exterior door handle for the 2015-2020 Ford F-150. It is made for the front left only. The 2015-2020 Ford F-150 takes one handle at this position, and this listing is one, so the front right is ordered separately.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front left
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 240 mm
- Width: 90 mm
Build and materials
- Material: Plastic
- Finish: Chrome, gloss
- Color: Chrome and black
- Key lock hole: Yes
- Painting required: Yes
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One exterior door handle. Keys, linkage and a lock cylinder are not included.
Interchange: FL3Z1522405EBPTM · FL3Z1522405ECPTM · FL3Z1522405EDPTM · FL3Z1522405EEPTM · FL3Z1522405EFPTM · FL3Z1522405EGPTM · FL3Z1522405EHPTM
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
FL3Z1522405EBPTM, FL3Z1522405ECPTM, FL3Z1522405EDPTM, FL3Z1522405EEPTM, FL3Z1522405EFPTM, FL3Z1522405EGPTM, FL3Z1522405EHPTM
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorman 97981 the exterior door handle for the front left door on a 2015-2020 Ford F-150?
Yes. Dorman 97981 is made for the front left position of the 2015-2020 Ford F-150. The front right door takes a separate handle.
Does this exterior door handle come with keys or a lock cylinder?
No. Dorman 97981 comes as one exterior door handle. Keys, linkage and a lock cylinder are not included, though the handle has a key lock hole.
What is this front left door handle made of, and what finish does it have?
The handle is plastic with a chrome finish, listed in chrome and black. It measures 240 mm long by 90 mm wide.
How can I tell a front left exterior door handle is worn out?
Look for cracks or visible damage, a handle that moves loosely, or a door that does not open from outside. Any of these can be a sign of a worn handle.
Does Dorman 97981 interchange with FL3Z1522405EBPTM?
Yes. FL3Z1522405EBPTM is one of the other numbers this Dorman 97981 handle replaces. The Interchange line on the page lists the rest.
