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Sliding Side Door Effort (Install Retainer)

Subject:Sliding Side Door Effort (Install Retainer)

Models:2002-2003 Chevrolet Astro
2002-2003 GMC Safari



Condition

Some customers may comment that the sliding side door is hard to open.

Cause

The door trim panel may be contacting the primary seal in the lower corner.

Correction


    Object Number: 1211176  Size: SH
  1. With the door closed, measure (2 in) up from the perimeter of the carpet and (1 in) from the back of the edge of the carpet.
  2. Drill a 7 mm (1/4 in) hole in the lower corner of the trim.
  3. Install the retainer.

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

15739940

Retainer, Rear Sliding Door (521 Color)

15024170

Retainer, Rear Sliding Door (921 Color)

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

C3760

Trim Assembly, Sliding or Swing Out Door - Replace

0.2 hr