I need to remove the passenger door panel and adjust the key unlock. It's like it's not quite long enough throw. Just barely unlocks the door and takes a few tries sometimes.

What mind of tool is needed to remove the window crank handle? All manual doors and windows.

I've got remote window operators ,but if those window cranks are like most you can get a tool to remove them or use a short piece of wire with a sharp 90 degree bend to hook the end of the hair pin clip that secures them .   Pry the panel away from the  panel and you can look in between and see how they are held on.If you lose the clip you can get replacements at any auto parts store.

The unlock issue seems to be a summer thing.  It is working fine since the weather has cooled.  Have not torn into it yet.  I assume that its a link adjustment or bending issue.

It is possible that the plastic devices that hold the linkage in place are worn too. They are easy to get also. http://www.autozone.com/test-scan-and-specialty-tools/door-lock-rod-clip

MnTom idea what I was thinking...