Not sure if its a spring but whatever holds the handle in place when it's closed either broke or snapped off its housing...

Any ideas if this is easily fixable by me or do I need to rip off the door panel?

It still works but when door is closed the handle dangles a little bit like its open.

Attached is a pic of what is loose.

Thanks for any ideas/input!
-Kurt

 

Yes you can replace it yourself, but the door panel needs to come off. Once the panel is off you can see the broken piece.

It's likely #10 in the diagram, "axle bearing" part no 997.555.381.02. Dig around for a door panel removal DIY here or on rennlist. I also recommend getting a few #3 "fixing clip for mount door trim panel" as these break easily during the door panel removal. Total parts cost should be less than $20.

 

I had been saving this thread in case mine broke -
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...ing-broke.html

 

Bro you have to take the panel off, mine was broken a year ago, when I took off both side panel, I found it is switchable, I just switch left to right and upside down, if it's the case...
Good luck!

 

Thanks guys!