Body - Sliding Door Difficult to Open
File In Section: 08 - Body and AccessoriesBulletin No.: 03-08-64-001
Date: January, 2003
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Sliding Side Door Effort
(Install Retainer)
Models:
2002-2003 Chevrolet Astro
2002-2003 GMC Safari
Condition
Some customers may comment that the sliding side door is hard to open.
Cause
The door trim panel may be contacting the primary seal in the lower comer.
Correction
1. With the door closed, measure 51 mm (2 in) up from the perimeter of the carpet and 25 mm (1 in) from the back of the edge of the carpet.
2. Drill a 7 mm (1/4 in) hole in the lower corner of the trim.
3. Install the retainer.
Parts Information
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.
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