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How do you replace the inside drivers side door handle on a 2000 VW Beetle?

1. Remove the door panel.

- Start by removing the two screws at the bottom of the door panel.

- Next, remove the three screws along the top of the door panel.

- Finally, remove the two screws behind the door handle.

- Gently pry the door panel off, starting from the bottom and working your way up.

2. Locate the door handle release cable.

- The door handle release cable is a thin metal cable connected to the inside door handle.

- It is usually located near the top of the door panel.

3. Disconnect the door handle release cable.

- To disconnect the door handle release cable, simply pull it out of the clip that holds it in place.

4. Remove the inside door handle.

- The inside door handle is held in place by two screws.

- Remove these screws and then pull the door handle out of the door.

5. Install the new inside door handle.

- To install the new inside door handle, simply reverse the steps you took to remove the old door handle.

- Be sure to connect the door handle release cable to the new handle before installing it.

6. Reattach the door panel.

- To reattach the door panel, simply align it with the door frame and press it into place.

- Start by securing the two screws at the bottom of the door panel.

- Next, secure the three screws along the top of the door panel.

- Finally, secure the two screws behind the door handle.