Pulled door handle off when frozen!, how do I refit it ?

2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel
Car: Citroen C3
Year: 2003
Variant: Pluriel
Categories: Leaks & Noises
Did not realise door was frozen solid gave door handle the usual tug to open after unzapping the remote from the key. nothing, so I gave the handle a harder pull only to be left with the door handle in my hand. It dosent look broken just off from it's fixings at either end. How do I refit it ?, I can't see a way into removing the door panels from inside the door either. Currently accessing the car from the passenger side, what a pain! help!
Problem added: Feb 1, 2013 (11 years ago)
Best bet to get a Haynes workshop manual which usually shows pictures of what is needed to strip down door trim and susequently repair lock . Get them in the likes of Halfords or try local library .
Answered Feb 1, 2013 (11 years ago)
You probably require a new handle as it will be broken.
Answered Feb 1, 2013 (11 years ago)
as long as the 'u ' shape at the front end is intact and the hooked part at the back end is ok you should be able to refit it.
Answered Feb 2, 2013 (11 years ago)

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