Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using a grease pencil, mark around the striker for installation purposes.
- Remove the bolts.
- Remove the striker.
- Remove the striker plastic trim.
CAUTION:
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.
IMPORTANT:
When the striker bolts have been removed, the striker anchor plate could slip down in the door pillar or quarter panel and the trim will need to be removed to gain access.