Front Door Weatherstrip: Service and Repair

Front Door Weatherstrip Replacement

NOTE:

- Take care not to scratch the door.

- Use a clip remover to remove the clips.

1. Remove the door checker mounting bolt (A), at the A-pillar.

2. Detach the clips (B, C), then remove the door weatherstrip (D).

3. Install the weatherstrip in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

- Push the clips into place securely.

- Make sure the weatherstrip is installed in the holder (E) securely.

- Apply medium strength liquid thread lock to the door checker mounting bolt before installation.

- When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.

- Check for water leaks. Adjustments

- Test-drive the vehicle, and check for wind noise.