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Front Door Limiter: Service and Repair



Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Open the door.
2. Remove the door trim panel.
3. Remove the door module.
4. Remove the water deflector.
5. Remove the check link to pillar fasteners.




6. Remove the close-out grommet.




7. Remove the check link to door fasteners.
8. Remove the door check link through the inside of the door.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the check link into the door.
2. Load the check link studs through the access holes on the door inner panel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the check link to door fasteners.

Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




4. Install the check link arm to the door hinge pillar fasteners.

Tighten the check link arm fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).




5. Install the close-out grommet.
6. Install the water deflector.
7. Install the door module.
8. Install the door trim panel.