2001 F150 without power windows, I would like to know how to remove the window crank handle?

 

You've gotta buy a special tool from the auto parts store. It's like $6.

 

I sometimes just use a 45 angle pick to get to the clip that retains the handle onto the crank. Just push in the door panel and take a look between the panel and crank, you'll see either a gold colored or silver colored clip, if its the round end, stick in the 45 and pull it out gently...DONT LOSE IT!!
But there is a special tool u can use as previously stated, I just like using a 45. good luck!

 

Now hear is the truth about your ford's window cranks.

The Pic explains it all. and saves me 1,000 words.

 

o chet I thought 97-03 f150's had the clip

 

Be carfull not to strip the bolt. I stripped the **** outta it in my old 95' F150 and had to cut the bolt. Just use the right tool and dont use the wrong size allen wrench like me...