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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Bonneville 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 441765 Size: SH
  1. Open the door.
  2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement or Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  4. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement or Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  5. Remove the check link to pillar fasteners.

    6. Object Number: 428665 Size: SH
  6. Remove the close-out grommet (snap fit).

    7. Object Number: 441767 Size: SH
  7. Remove the check link to door fasteners.
  8. Remove the door check link through the inside of the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 441767 Size: SH
  1. Install the check link into the door.
  2. Load the check link fasteners through the access hole in the inner panel.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the check link to door fasteners.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 441765 Size: SH
  4. Install the check link arm to the door hinge pillar.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the check link arm fasteners to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 428665 Size: SH
  5. Install the close-out grommet.
  6. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement or Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  7. Install the door module. Refer to Door Control Module Replacement .
  8. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement or Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .