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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2005 🢒 DeVille 🢒 Body 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement

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

    5. Object Number: 524053 Size: SH
  5. Remove the check link to pillar bolt.

    6. Object Number: 524051 Size: SH
  6. Note the position of the arrow on the check link arm to aid in reassembly.
  7. Remove the 2 nuts from the door check link.
  8. Remove the check link through the front access hole of the inner door panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 524051 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: 524053 Size: SH
  4. Position the check link arm to the center pillar.
  5. Install the check link to pillar bolt.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the check link arm bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  6. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  7. Install the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  8. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .