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Front Side Door Replacement

Fig 1: Front Side Door
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Callout Component Name
WARNING: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Apply masking tape to the fender and door edges.
  2. Open the door to the full open position.
  3. Disable the supplementary inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling
  4. Disconnect the door electrical connector and reposition door harness boot as needed.
1 Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover Screw
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedures 
  1. Mark the location of the hinge before removing the bolts with a grease pencil.
  2. Slide the check link cover rearward to gain access to the check link bolt.

Tighten 
32 N.m (24 lb in)
2 Front Side Door Lower Hinge Bolt to Door (Qty: 2)
Procedure 
Support the door before removing the hinge bolts.
Tighten 
25 N.m (18 lb ft)
3 Front Side Door Upper Hinge Bolt to Door (Qty: 2)
Tighten 
25 N.m (18 lb ft)
4 Rear Side Door Window Frame Front Cover
Procedures 
  1. With an assistant, remove the door.
  2. Transfer all necessary components.
  3. Adjust the door if needed. Refer to Front Side Door Adjustment 
  4. Adjust the door striker if needed. Refer to Front Side Door Lock Striker Adjustment
NOTE: Inspect the door for proper operation before installing the door trim.