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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1999 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove enough of the door water deflector in order to access the door check link. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 276408 Size: SH
  3. Remove the door check link to the hinge pillar bolt (1).

    4. Object Number: 276409 Size: SH
  4. Remove the door check link grommet (3).
  5. Remove the door check link to the door nuts.
  6. Remove the door check link (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 276408 Size: SH
  1. Install the door check link (1).

    2. 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.

  2. Install the door check link to the door nuts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Install the door check link to the hinge pillar bolt.

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


    Object Number: 276409 Size: SH
  4. Install the door check link grommet (3).
  5. Install the door water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  6. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .