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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the striker and shim(s) to the roof panel.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the bolts retaining the striker to the roof panel.
  3. Adjust the striker using the procedure below
    • Tighten the bolts to a sung fit.
    • Close the door to self align striker.
    • Check for door fit.
    • Add or remove shims as required (maximum of 3).

      Tighten 

      Tighten the striker bolts to 10 N.m (89 Ib. in).

    Fig 1: Installing Striker & Shim(s) To Roof Panel
    G01477771Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the upper latch striker cover.
    Fig 2: Upper Latch Striker Cover
    G01477772Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.