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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Aztek - FWD 🢒 Body 🢒 Doors 🢒 Front Side Door Lock Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 621622 Size: SH
  1. Remove the center pillar lower trim in order to gain access to the anchor plate. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Mark the position of the front door lock striker with a grease pencil.
  3. Remove the screws from the front door lock striker.
  4. Remove the front door lock striker and the shims.
  5. Remove the anchor plate.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 621622 Size: SH
  1. Install the anchor plate.
  2. Install the front door lock shims and striker.
  3. Install the lock striker screws.

    4. 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.

  4. Align the lock striker to the alignment marks.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the lock striker screws to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  5. Adjust the lock striker if required. Refer to Door Lock Striker Adjustment .
  6. Install the center pillar lower trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .