Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Mark the location of the hinge before removing the bolts with a grease pencil.
2. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
3. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.

1

Front Side Door Check Link Bolt

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Procedure

1. Remove the water deflector.
2. Disconnect the door electrical connector.
3. Support the door before removing the hinge bolts.
4. With the aid of an assistant, remove the door.

Tighten
20 N·m (15 lb ft)

2

Front Side Door Upper Hinge Bolt to Door (Qty: 2)

Tighten
26 N·m (19 lb ft)

3

Front Side Door Lower Hinge Bolt to Door (Qty: 2)

Tighten
26 N·m (19 lb ft)

4

Front Side Door Assembly

Procedure

1. When replacing the door it is necessary to transfer all of the internal components.
2. Check the door for proper alignment, adjust as necessary.