Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important: When installing a new latch leave the spacing collar on the latch handle to achieve a minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) clearance to the striker.
- Remove the latch handle trim cover if installed.
- Apply removable thread locker GM P/N 12345382 Canadian P/N 10953489 to the latch mounting bolts.
- Align the latch to the marks on the roof made before removing the latch.
- Loosely install the latch handle to the roof.
- Rotate the handle to access the inboard mounting bolt.
- When installing a latch handle with a spacing collar installed apply forward pressure to the handle while tightening the mounting bolts.
- If the spacing collar is not available, position the latch handle with a minimum of 2 mm (0.08 in) clearance to the latch.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices. - Install the inboard bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the latch handle inboard bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Rotate the handle.
- Install the outboard bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the latch handle outboard bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Remove the spacing collar.
- Completely engage the latch handle.
- Position the trim cover to the latch handle and press until fully seated.