Front Door Striker: Service and Repair

Door Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the door lock striker bolts (3). (Rear door sedan is shown in the diagram. Other doors are similar).
2. Remove the door lock striker (1).
3. Remove the door lock striker spacer (2,4).

Installation Procedure






Notice: Striker alignment is a crucial part of door latch operation. Do not use the door striker to adjust the door to the vehicle. Failure to properly adjust the striker can result in damage to the door latch and the striker.

1. Install the door lock striker spacer (2,4). (Front door sedan is shown in the diagram. Other doors are similar.)
2. Install the door lock striker (1).
3. Install the door lock striker bolts (3).
4. Snug the door lock striker bolts in order for the door lock striker to move.
5. Place the door outside handle in the closed position.




6. Push the door against the body in order to ensure that the door lock striker (1) allows a flush fit. (The coupe door is shown in the diagram. Other doors are similar.)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

7. Slowly open the door.

Tighten the door lock striker bolts (3) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

8. Touch up any exposed or unpainted surface on the lock pillar.