Tools Required

J 29843-9 TORX® Bit (Bit Size T47)

The door striker bolt is a special bolt and washer mounted on the left door opening. The bolt passes through a hole into a threaded plate on the inside of the door. The lock cam (arm) of the locking mechanism in the right door engages the striker bolt. When the lock cam snaps around the striker bolt, the locking mechanism secures the cargo doors.

1. Remove the trim panel, as necessary. Refer to Rear Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the water deflector, as necessary. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement .
3. Remove the access hole cover, as necessary. Refer to Access Cover Replacement - Rear Door .



4. Mark the position of the striker bolt spacer on the door pillar.
5. Using the J 29843-9 , remove the striker bolt.

1. Install the striker bolt into the door pillar retaining plate.
2. Align the striker bolt spacer with the mark made during the removal.

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.

3. Hold the spacer in position.

Tighten
Using the J 29843-9 , tighten the striker bolt to 63 N·m (46 lb ft).

4. Install the access hole cover, as necessary. Refer to Access Cover Replacement - Rear Door .
5. Install the water deflector, as necessary. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement .
6. Install the trim panel, as necessary. Refer to Rear Door Trim Panel Replacement .