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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.


    Object Number: 940904  Size: SH

    Important: When the striker bolts have been removed, the striker anchor plate will slip down in the door pillar or quarter panel and the trim will need to be removed to gain access.

  1. Using a grease pencil, mark around the striker for installation purposes.
  2. Remove the bolts.
  3. Remove the striker.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 940904  Size: SH
  1. Loosely install the striker with the bolts.
  2. Align the striker with the marks made prior to removal.
  3. Install the bolts, hand tighten.
  4. Inspect the door closing and align the striker as required. Refer to Door Lock Striker Adjustment .
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  6. Tighten the striker bolts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the door striker bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).