I posed a similar question in a p-mail to one of the listee - yoda's.

He said that the handle has splines on it - and that is likely what is
binding your handle on.

Some effort will be required, perhaps using a lever for amplification.

After what you said, I felt uncomfortable using the word "force" in my
answer!

Marshall Ruskin

>my passenger side window handle has fallen off, the knob that is. i still
>have the parts, but can't figure out how to get the actual "metal" piece
off
>from the door so i can put the knob back on.  i took out the screw, but the
>handle doesn't seem to want to come off..... i don't want to force
anything,
>i only believe in the force when watching STAR WARS...
>
>any thoughts are welcome
>
>thanks
>
>eric bigglestone
>85 Westie "Raffikki" on the cusp of 150 orig. k !!!
>