Front Door Striker: Service and Repair

Striker Anchor Plate Replacement - Door

Removal Procedure






Important: This procedure covers the removal and installation of the front and the rear door strikers.

It will be necessary to remove the following trim when replacing the front or the rear striker.

Important: When the striker bolts have been removed, the striker anchor plate will slip down in the door pillar or quarter panel and the trim will need to be removed to gain access.

1. Remove the body lock pillar lower trim.
2. Remove the lower center pillar trim.
3. Mark the position of the striker with a grease pencil.
4. Remove the screws from the door striker.
5. Remove the striker (2).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the striker (2) to the door opening.
Align the striker to the alignment marks.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the screws to the striker.

Tighten the screws to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

3. Adjust door striker. Refer to Lock Striker Adjustment - Door.
4. Inspect the door for proper operation.
5. Install the front or the rear trim if removed.
6. Install the body lock pillar lower trim.
7. Install the lower center pillar trim.