For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise the door window.
- Remove the door panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement.
- Remove the large water deflector (1) for inside access to the rear of the door.
- Mark the striker location on the outer door edge.
- Remove the striker fasteners (1) from the inside of the door.
- Remove the striker (2).
Installation Procedure
- Position the striker (2) onto the door, with the latching pin toward the door latch.
- Install the fasteners (1) snugly onto the striker.
- Align the striker (2) to the previous marks. Tighten the door lock striker screws to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- If you are unable to locate the previous striker marks, perform the following steps:
- Install the large water deflector (1) to the rear of the door.
- Install the door panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement.
- Verify the fit of the panels, and the operation of the door latch by using the manual and electric door release.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
| 4.1. | With the striker installed, and the fasteners snug but still adjustable, have an assistant hold the outer door panel flush with the quarter panel. |
| 4.2. | Tighten the striker fasteners from the interior of the vehicle while the door is flush with the quarter panel. Tighten the door lock striker screws to 25 N·m (18 lb ft). |
