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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Seville 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 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 water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

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

    5. Object Number: 105446 Size: SH
  5. Remove the two studs (2) from the door check link arm (1).

    6. Object Number: 105447 Size: SH
  6. Remove the close-out grommet (1).

    7. Object Number: 547178 Size: SH
  7. Note the position of the arrow on the check link arm to aid in reassembly.
  8. Remove the two fasteners from the check link.
  9. Remove the check link from the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 547178 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 fasteners in order to secure the check link to the door.

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


    Object Number: 105447 Size: SH
  4. Install the close-out grommet (1).

    5. Object Number: 524046 Size: SH
  5. Install the check link arm to the center pillar with two studs.

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


    Object Number: 524040 Size: SH
  6. Locate the check link stud cover (2).
  7. With the split facing the inside of the vehicle, Install the check link stud cover (2) to the check link studs (1).
  8. Install the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  9. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .