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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 42801 Door Hinge Pin Remover and Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Tape the edge of the door and the fender.

  2. Object Number: 243438  Size: SH
  3. Remove the rubber conduit from lower center pillar.
  4. Disconnect all wiring harness connectors.
  5. Remove the wiring harness from the center pillar.
  6. Brace the door with a suitable support.

  7. Object Number: 243435  Size: SH
  8. Remove the hinge pins using J 42801 .
  9. Remove the check link. Refer to Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement .
  10. Remove the door with an assistant.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the door with an assistant.
  2. Install the check link. Refer to Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 243435  Size: SH
  4. Install the hinge pins using J 42801 .
  5. Remove the support.
  6. Inspect the door alignment to the body.

  7. Object Number: 243438  Size: SH
  8. Connect all wiring harness connectors.
  9. Install the wiring harness on the center pillar.

  10. Install the rubber conduit to lower center pillar to door.
  11. Remove the tape from the edge of the door and the fender.