Front Side Door Lock Striker Replacement for Saturn VUE - FWD 2005

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.




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

1. Loosely install the striker with the bolts.
2. Align the striker with the marks made prior to removal.
3. Tighten the bolts.
4. Inspect the door closing and align the striker as required.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

5. Tighten the striker bolts.

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