Door Opening Problem

[Denadai]

The inside door handle of the driver's side door of my 98 corolla stopped opening the door (I have to roll down the window usually to open it). I can reconnect the metal rod that connects to the latch, but there's nothing to hold it in place, and within a few weeks it falls off and I have to do it again. Is there a certain clip or something I'm supposed to buy to keep the door handle connected to the latch? I have no idea what it would be called.

[Flashmn]

the clip holding the metal rod probably broke off..

[Denadai]

Can I buy a replacement somewhere? What is this clip called? I bought a new handle off ebay, because the original one had broken.

[Flashmn]

you bought it used off ebay? If its not new, chances are the old owner broke it and decided to put it on ebay... I dont think they sell that part separately.

[Electric Pi]

If it is just an E clip, you should be able to get one in any mom and pop hardware store for less than $0.50. Hopefully its not some kind of rocket science custom clip.

[epyon22]

lol run to the dealership ask for one even if you have to buy the whole handle (like i did) its only like 20 somthing dollars

[fistofmeat]

i have a spare clip if you want it, just give me ur address and i can find the shipping for it