Pinpoint Test

1. Remove the door trim panel. REFER to DOOR TRIM PANEL - FRONT , or DOOR TRIM PANEL - REAR .
2. Inspect inside the door for any loose components.

Are there any loose components inside the door? 

• Yes: REPAIR as necessary.
• No: GO to 2  .

1. Check the adjustment of the striker. REFER to DOOR ALIGNMENT - FRONT , or REFER to DOOR ALIGNMENT - REAR .

Is the striker adjusted correctly? 

• Yes: GO to 3  .
• No: ADJUST the striker as necessary.

1. Check the alignment of the door. REFER to DOOR ALIGNMENT - FRONT , or REFER to DOOR ALIGNMENT - REAR .

Is the door aligned correctly? 

• Yes: GO to 4  .
• No: ADJUST the door as necessary.

1. Lubricate the door latch. REFER to Latch Lubrication .
2. Using a screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).
3. Operate the door latch and listen for the noise.

Is the original noise still present after the latch is lubricated? 

• Yes: INSTALL a new door latch. REFER to Front Door Latch , or REFER to Rear Door Latch .
• No: The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.