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You own a 1999 Toyota Sienna and the rear hatchback door handle is jammed you open how do get to hardware replace so can door?

To replace the rear hatchback door handle on your 1999 Toyota Sienna, you will need to do the following:

1. Remove the interior trim panel.

Start by removing the plastic trim panel on the inside of the rear hatch door. This is held in place with a few screws, which you can remove with a screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the trim panel when you pry it off.

2. Locate the door handle mechanism.

Once the trim panel is removed, you will be able to see the door handle mechanism. It is located on the inside of the door, near the bottom.

3. Remove the door handle mechanism.

To remove the door handle mechanism, you will need to remove the two screws that hold it in place. Once the screws are removed, you can pull the mechanism out of the door.

4. Replace the door handle mechanism.

To replace the door handle mechanism, simply insert the new mechanism into the door and secure it with the two screws.

5. Reattach the interior trim panel.

Once the new door handle mechanism is installed, you can reattach the interior trim panel. Simply snap the panel back into place and replace the screws.

Here are some additional tips that may be helpful:

* If you have trouble removing the interior trim panel, you may need to use a pry tool to help you.

* Be careful not to damage the door handle mechanism when you remove it.

* If you are not comfortable replacing the door handle mechanism yourself, you can take your vehicle to a mechanic to have it done for you.