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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2003 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Front Side Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the door.
  2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  4. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 524040 Size: SH
  5. Remove the door check link cover (2).

    6. Object Number: 524046 Size: SH
  6. Remove the 2 studs from the door check link arm.

    7. Object Number: 441767 Size: SH
  7. Note the position of the arrow on the check link arm to aid in reassembly.
  8. Remove the 2 fasteners from the check link.
  9. Remove the check link through the front access hole of the inner door panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 441767 Size: SH
  1. Install the check link into the door. Ensure the arrow on the check link arm is positioned as noted during removal.
  2. Load the check link studs through the access hole in the inner panel.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the check link nuts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 524046 Size: SH
  4. Position the check link arm to the front body hinge pillar.
  5. Install the check link arm to pillar studs.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the check link arm studs to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 524040 Size: SH
  6. Locate the cover (2) with the split facing the inside of the vehicle.
  7. Install the check link cover (2) on the check link arm studs (1).
  8. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  9. Install the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  10. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .