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Closure Panels - Assembly - Rear Door - Left - Remove And Install: Install

  1. With assistance, hand-tighten the bolts (x4) that attach the LH rear door assembly to the vehicle.
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  2. Install the bolt that attaches the door check to the B-pillar.

    24 N.m (17.7 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 4 in extension
    • Torx T40 socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  3. Connect the LH rear door harness connector from the LH body harness.
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  4. Secure the tabs (x4) that attach the LH rear door harness seal to the B-pillar.
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  5. Close the LH rear door and check for gap/flushness.
    NOTE: If the shouldered/tapered bolts are not allowing for successful adjustment, replace the selected shouldered/tapered bolts with 1063260-00-C. Adjust the LH rear door, if necessary. Refer to CVIS for current specifications.
  6. Tighten the bolts (x4) that attach the LH rear door assembly to the vehicle.

    24 N.m (17.7 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
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  7. Raise the rear LH window and close LH rear door.