GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2008 🢒 TopKick C-Series (Conventional) C6/C7/C8 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Interior Trim and Paneling 🢒 Front Side Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  3. Remove the bolts that retain the door link to the door jamb.

    4. Object Number: 803791 Size: SH
  4. Remove the nuts that retain the door check link to the door.
  5. Remove the door check link from the door.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the door check link to the door.

    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 nuts in order to retain the door check link to the door.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining nuts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).


    Object Number: 803791 Size: SH
  3. Install the bolts in order to retain the door link to the door jamb.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the retaining bolts to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

  4. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement.
  5. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .