Rear Door: Service and Repair

Rear Door Replacement

Removal Procedure






WARNING: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.

1. Disconnect the wiring harness at the door jamb.
2. Remove the rear door check link. Refer to [Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement].
3. Support the door.
4. Using a soft marker, mark around the outside of the hinge for installation purposes.
5. With the aid of an assistant, remove the door hinge to body bolts.
6. With the aid of an assistant, remove the rear door from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure






1. With the aid of an assistant, position the rear door and loosely install all hinge to body bolts.

CAUTION: Refer to [Fastener Notice] in Cautions and Notices.

2. Align the hinge with the marks made during the removal procedure.

Tightening torque
Tighten the hinge to body bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the rear door check link. Refer to [Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement].
4. Engage wiring harness grommet into door and install the rear door wiring harness.
5. Connect the wiring harness at the door jamb.
6. Verify the door is aligned properly. If door adjustment is required, refer to [Rear Door Adjustment].