Honda Crv 2004 Mk2 Nsr Passengers Rear Left Outer Door Handle

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Genuine used Honda CR-V Mk2 Left Rear Exterior / Outer Door Handle, suitable for selected second-generation Honda CR-V models including the 2004 CR-V.

This is the external door-opening handle fitted to the left-hand rear passenger door, allowing the rear door latch mechanism to be released from outside the vehicle.

Part Details

Honda OE Number: 72680-S9A-003

Part Type: Exterior Door Handle / Outer Door Handle

Position: Rear Left Door

Vehicle Side: Left / LH

UK Vehicle Side: Nearside Rear / N/S/R

Application: Rear Passenger Door

Donor Vehicle Reference: Honda CR-V Mk2 2004

Body Style: 5-Door SUV

Manufacturer: Honda

Condition: Used Genuine Part

Compatibility

Suitable for selected:

* Honda CR-V Mk2 / CR-V II

* Honda CR-V RD Series

* 2002–2006

* 5-Door models

* 2004 Honda CR-V

* Selected 2.0 Petrol i-VTEC models

* Other Mk2 engine variants where the same door-handle specification is fitted

Honda parts information identifies 72680-S9A-003 as the left rear outside door handle for the second-generation CR-V, with fitment covering 2002–2006 applications.

UK Vehicle Side Information

For UK right-hand-drive vehicles:

Left / LH = Nearside / N/S = Passenger Side

Right / RH = Offside / O/S = Driver Side

This listing is for the:

LEFT REAR / N/S/R PASSENGER-SIDE OUTER DOOR HANDLE

Technical Information

The exterior door handle provides the mechanical input required to release the rear-door latch from outside the vehicle.

When the handle is pulled, its mechanism operates the associated linkage within the door, which releases the door-lock/latch assembly when the vehicle is unlocked.

The handle operates alongside components including:

* Rear door lock/latch

* Handle linkage

* Connecting rod

* Exterior handle mounting hardware

* Interior door handle

* Central locking actuator

* Door striker

Rear Door Locking System Information

If the rear door cannot be opened from outside, the exterior handle is only one possible cause.

The fault can also originate from:

* Broken handle linkage

* Disconnected operating rod

* Damaged retaining clip

* Faulty door latch

* Central locking actuator

* Seized locking mechanism

* Door alignment problem

The internal mechanism should therefore be inspected before replacing components.

Common Reasons for Replacement

Replacement may be required because of:

* Broken outer handle

* Cracked handle

* Handle pulling without opening the door

* Damaged mounting points

* Excessive handle movement

* Handle sticking

* Cosmetic damage

* Accident damage

* Previous forced entry

* Missing handle

* Damaged internal operating connection

Common Symptoms of a Faulty Handle

Possible symptoms include:

* Rear door will not open from outside

* Handle feels loose

* Handle pulls out excessively

* Handle does not return correctly

* Handle operates but door remains closed

* Door opens from inside but not outside

* Cracked or visibly damaged handle

If the handle moves normally but does not release the door, inspect the linkage and latch mechanism before replacing the handle.

Important Diagnostic Information

Before replacement, check:

* Exterior handle

* Handle mounting points

* Operating linkage/rod

* Retaining clips

* Rear door lock/latch

* Central locking actuator

* Interior handle operation

* Door striker

* Door alignment

A broken or disconnected linkage can produce the same symptoms as a failed exterior handle.

Installation

Installation requires access to the internal rear-door mechanism.

During installation:

* Remove the door trim carefully

* Inspect the original linkage

* Connect the operating rod correctly

* Check retaining clips

* Secure the handle correctly

* Confirm that the handle returns freely

* Test the door with it open before final reassembly

* Test exterior and interior opening

* Test central locking operation

Always confirm correct operation before closing the door completely.

Programming / Coding

No programming or coding required.

This is a mechanical body/door component.

OE Part Number Information

Standard Left Rear Outer Handle:

72680-S9A-003

Honda describes this as the:

Handle Assembly, Left Rear Door Outside

A separately catalogued chrome-finish version is:

72680-SCA-E01

The correct version should therefore be selected according to the original handle’s finish, shape and OE specification.

Important Compatibility Note

Before ordering, please compare:

OE Number: 72680-S9A-003

Position: Left Rear Door

Vehicle Side: N/S/R / Passenger Side on UK vehicles

Handle shape

Colour / finish

Mounting points

Linkage connection

Original handle

If your vehicle has a chrome exterior handle, check the exact specification carefully because Honda lists the chrome version separately.

Condition

Used genuine Honda part.

As a used exterior body component, the handle may show normal:

* Marks

* Scratches

* Paint wear

* Weathering

* Surface wear

* Signs of previous installation

Please inspect the supplied photographs carefully for the exact colour, finish, mounting points, linkage connection and overall cosmetic condition.

An ideal genuine replacement for a broken, cracked, damaged or faulty Honda CR-V Mk2 2002–2006 left rear N/S passenger-side exterior door handle.