Dorman 97789 Exterior Door Handle - Front Left, Front Right or Rear Left

Exterior Door Handle for Toyota Tacoma and Highlander

This Dorman exterior door handle is a direct replacement for specific Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Highlander applications. It is engineered to match the original fit and appearance while keeping repair costs lower than a dealership replacement.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 97789
• Exterior door handle with keyhole cover
• Plastic construction with grey primer finish
• Matte surface finish
• Painting required for final color match
• Lock cylinder not included
• Linkage not included
• Compatible with front right, front left, and rear left positions depending on vehicle application

Detailed Description

Dorman 97789 is a replacement exterior door handle built for select Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Highlander models. It is shaped to follow the original handle profile and mounting style, making it a practical choice for restoring a damaged, worn, or faded exterior handle on the driver or passenger side, depending on the vehicle year and position. The grey primer finish is ready for paint, allowing the handle to be matched to the vehicle exterior after installation. This part cross-references 692110E010C0 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Broken or cracked exterior door handle
• Peeling, faded, or weathered handle finish
• Handle that no longer matches the vehicle body color
• Missing or damaged keyhole cover
• Restoration needs after collision or wear-related damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and door position before ordering. This handle is listed for 2021-2023 Toyota Tacoma front right, 2016-2018 Toyota Tacoma front right, 2019-2020 Toyota Tacoma front left, 2018-2019 Toyota Highlander rear left, 2016 Toyota Highlander rear left, 2014 Toyota Highlander rear left, 2017 Toyota Highlander front left, and 2015 Toyota Highlander front right. Painting is required to match the exterior finish. Confirm that the lock cylinder and linkage from the original assembly are serviceable, since they are not included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match original equipment fit and appearance for specific applications. Part number 97789 is built for direct replacement use on the listed Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Highlander door positions.