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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Sliding Door Lock Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the right hand body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side .
  2. Remove the two bolts that retain the rear storage compartment, if equipped.
  3. Remove the bolts (5).

    4. Object Number: 324165 Size: SH
  4. Remove the striker (4).
  5. Remove the spacer (3).
  6. Remove the washer (2).
  7. Remove the nut plate (1).

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the nut plate (1).
  2. Install the washer (2).
  3. Install the spacer (3).

    4. Object Number: 324165 Size: SH
  4. Install the striker (4).

    5. 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.

  5. Install the bolts (5).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the striker bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  6. Install the right hand body side trim panel. Refer to Body Side Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side .