Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Door Hinge Bolts

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Connect the electrical connector and the body-to-door rubber grommet
With the aid of an assistant, lightly secure the front door with the door hinge bolts, (front door shown, rear door similar).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Adjust the door for proper fit.
Tighten: Tighten the door hinge-to-body bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) .

Fig 2: View Of Door Hold-Open Link And Bolts

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Install the door hold-open link to the body.
Tighten: Tighten the door hold-open link-to-body bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) .
Connect the negative battery cable.
Perform the waterleak test. Refer to Waterleak Test Preparation in Waterleaks.
Check for windnoise. Refer to Air/Wind Noise in Air/Wind Noise.