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Front Door: Service and Repair




Door

NOTE: Front door shown, rear door similar.











Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the front door electrical connector at the A-pillar.

2. Remove the door check arm-to-body bolt.
- To install, tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).

3. NOTICE: To minimize the possibility of cross threading, hand start all fasteners during installation.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the door, this step requires an assistant.

With a wax pencil, mark the position of each hinge and remove the hinge-to-door bolts.

- To install, tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).

4. Remove the front door.

5. NOTE: If installing a new door, transfer parts as necessary.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

- Verify door adjustment. For additional information, refer to Door Alignment - Front Adjustments or Door Alignment - Rear Adjustments.