Preliminary Procedures Warning:In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, orunnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the doorpillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF theignition and remove the key when performing service in the area ofthe SIS. Remove the front fender liner to access hinge bolts. Refer toFront Wheelhouse Liner ReplacementRemove the front door trim panel. Refer toFront Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.Remove front door check link bolt. Refer toFront Side Door Check Link Replacement. | |
1 | Front Side Door Upper Bolt to Door (Qty:-2) Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. ProcedureRemove the water deflector.Support the door before removing the hinge bolts.Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.Tighten25-Y(18-lb-ft) |
2 | Front Side Door Lower Bolt to Door (Qty:-2) Tighten25-Y(18-lb-ft) |
3 | Front Side Door ProcedureWith the aid of an assistant, remove the door.If installing a new door, transfer all the necessarycomponents.Verify door is properly aligned. If door adjustments areneeded, refer toFront Side Door Adjustment. |
Reporting Safety Defects to
the United States
Government
If you believe that your vehicle
has a defect which could cause
a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
General Motors.
If NHTSA receives similar
complaints, it may open an
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