Rear Door Limiter: Service and Repair

Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Pull the forward half of the water deflector away from the door panel in order to access the check link.





Note: The door check link to pillar retaining bolt (2) is a single use part and must be discarded after removal.

3. Remove the door check link to pillar retaining bolt (2).
Discard the bolt.
4. Remove the door check link to door retaining nuts (1).





Note: Remove the check link through the front lower access hole.

5. Remove the door check link (1) from the door (2).

Installation Procedure





Note: Install the check link through the front lower access hole.

1. Install the door check link (1) into the door (2).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the NEW door check link to pillar retaining bolt (2) and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb in).
3. Install the door check link to door retaining nuts (1) and tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb in).

Note: Firmly press the water deflector where adhesive is applied to make sure of a water tight bond.

4. Install the water deflector to the door.
5. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).