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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 34940 Rivet Gun

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 602424  Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the front door body side molding. Refer to Front Side Door Molding Replacement .
  3. Drill out the rivets using a ¼ inch drill bit.
  4. Remove the retaining plate.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 602424  Size: SH
  1. Apply rust inhibitor to the plate and the body mating surfaces.
  2. Install the retaining plate to the body with rivets using the J 34940 .
  3. Install the front door body side molding. Refer to Front Side Door Molding Replacement .
  4. Lower the vehicle.