Latch Cable Adjustment - Sliding Door
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Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Gauge, Door Latch Cable | 501-021 (T93T-2100-AH) |
- Remove the sliding door trim panel and watershield. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
- Loosen the sliding door rear latch cable adjusting bolt.
- With the sliding door rear latch installed, insert the special tool between the cable ferrule and the latch.
- With the rear door latch closed to its primary latched position, lightly pull the cable and adjustment bracket toward the rear of the vehicle until snug.
- Tighten the sliding door rear latch cable adjusting bolt.
- To install tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
NOTE:
This adjustment is used to set up the inside and outside handle travel when opening the sliding door. This procedure must be carried out when a new latch remote control is installed or when the door cannot be opened due to insufficient handle travel.
WARNING:
A spacer block is required for correct adjustment of the latch lever to its correct position. Any adjustment without the use of this spacer block is not recommended. The rear latch lever could be incorrectly positioned, which may cause the sliding door to come open during normal operation of the vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Check for correct latch operation by opening and closing the door with the interior and exterior door handles. Make sure the door can be unlatched with 12.5-17.8 mm (1/2-11/16 inch) of exterior door handle travel.