Removal Procedure
- Open the front door.
- Scribe the location of the existing front door lock striker on the B-pillar with a grease pencil.
- Remove the front door lock striker screws.
- Remove the front door lock striker plate (2) and shim (1) from B-pillar.
Installation Procedure
- Install the front door lock striker shim (1) and plate (2) to the scribed location on the B-pillar.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the front door lock striker screws and tighten, as sequenced, to
25 N·m (18 lb ft)
.
Note:
• | Ensure that the front door striker properly engages with the front door lock once the front door is adjusted within the door frame. |
• | Use the front door striker in order to ensure the front door is flush. |
• | DO NOT use the front door striker in order to raise or lower the front door. |
- Close the front door.