Locks - Back Door Lock Modified

BODY
BO004-98

FEBRUARY 27, 1998

TITLE:
4RUNNER BACK DOOR LOCK OPERATION

MODELS:
'96 - '97 4RUNNER






Introduction
The back door look mechanism for 1996 and 1997 4Runners has been modified as follows:
- The shape of the window regulator cover has been changed to prevent water from dripping into the back door lock assembly.
- The shape of the back door lock assembly rubber boot has been modified.
- A vinyl cover has been added to the back door lock assembly.

This field fix requires the upgrade/replacement of the door window regulator cover and the back door lock assembly.

Affected Vehicles

- 1996 and 1997 4Runners.

Parts Information

PREVIOUS PART NUMBER CURRENT PART NUMBER PART NAME

69855-35020 69855-35021 Cover, Door Window Regulator
69350-35010 69350-35010 Lock Assembly, Back Door






Warranty Information

Field-Fix Procedures






1. Remove the back door window regulator assembly.

NOTE: Refer to Repair Manual for detailed procedures.






2. Remove the window regulator cover. Using a drill of 4.8 mm (0.189 in.) diameter, cut the flange portion of the 3 rivets.






3. Install new window regulator cover. Use a 4.8 - 5.0 mm (0.189 - 0.197 in.) diameter rivet for installation.

4. Install the back door window regulator assembly.

NOTE: Refer to Repair Manual for detailed procedures.






5. Remove the 3 bolts and back door lock assembly.






6. Install the modified back door lock assembly and the 3 bolts.
Torque: 61 in.lbf (7.0 Nm, 70 kgf.cm)

NOTE: Refer to Repair Manual for adjustment procedures, if necessary.