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High Rear Door Swing Effort (Replace Check Link)

Subject:High Rear Door Swing Effort (Replace Check Link)

Models:1997-2001 Chevrolet Malibu
1997-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass



Condition

Some customers may comment on a high rear door swing effort.

Correction

Replace the rear door check link following the procedure in the Doors sub-section of the Service Manual.

Revised check links went into production early in the 2001 model year. To identify which check links are on the car, use the following information:

    • The first design check link may be identified by a black plastic coating on the arm of the check link.
    • The new revised parts will be painted body color or will have a metallic appearance to the check link arm.

Parts Information

Part Number

Description

22675111

Link, Rear Side Door Check

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

B4490

Link or Spring Rear Door Hold Open (RH) - Replace

0.4 hr

B4491

Link or Spring Rear Door Hold Open (LH) - Replace

0.4 hr