Front Door Weatherstrip: Service and Repair

Door Weatherstrip Replacement

NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the door.
- Use a clip remover, to remove the clips.

1. Remove the door panel.
2. Remove the door weatherstrip as shown.




3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- If the old weatherstrip will be reinstalled, scrape off all traces of old EPT sealer and butyl tape, then clean the weatherstrip surface with alcohol.
- Attach the new weatherstrip into place using EPT sealer and butyl tape.
- Check for water leaks.
- Test-drive and check for wind noise and rattles.