One easier solution since this just happened to me. Pull the lock button and the broken door lever towards you at the same time and the door will open. 👍
I have two 08 mkz , random happenstance. But they are a joy to drive all weather(AWD)....BUT This seems to be the easiest thing to fix on the damn car. Don't get going on swapping out the alternator. Every bolt is so close to the frame it takes way longer than it should not to mention the gallon of coolant and the AC charge grrrr