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My daughter possesses a Sienna, and her children have damaged the exterior door handle multiple times. I wish to undertake a more substantial repair this time. I have not previously undertaken the task of replacing the handles, but I wish to do so this time to achieve a superior outcome.

At present, the door is inoperable from both the exterior and the interior. I have viewed a YouTube video demonstrating how to access it, but I am uncertain about what I will encounter upon entry. I am aware that I desire to acquire an exterior handle that is more durable.

Any guidance on potential sources for this would be appreciated. I am confident that I will have enquiries upon examining the contents.

I appreciate it.

I acquired a new color-coordinated authentic Toyota handle on eBay. You will not find superior quality compared to authentic Toyota; therefore, if that is insufficient, consider having one fabricated in metal, albeit with the potential risk of internal damage if the handle is mishandled. What if we encourage the children to be gentle with the handle?

The process of replacing the handle appears straightforward on YouTube, yet I encountered significant challenges in connecting the latch and ensuring the handle was aligned properly. It is impossible to capture the procedure on video.

If only that were feasible. Another issue I have is that the door fails to open from the interior as well, leading me to believe it is a more significant problem than merely the outer handle.

A malfunctioning exterior handle may obstruct the interior handle.