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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2000 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Door Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the door to gain access to the striker.

    2. Object Number: 378850 Size: SH
  2. Remove the screws (5) attaching the striker (4) to the jamb (2).
  3. Remove the shims (3) and the striker (4).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 378850 Size: SH
  1. Position the striker (4) and shims (3) to the lock pillar (2).
  2. Loosely install the striker screws.
  3. Close the door to align the striker.

    4. 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.

  4. Open the door and tighten the striker screws.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the striker screws to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

  5. Perform the lock striker adjustment. Refer to Door Lock Striker Adjustment .