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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2009 🢒 Vibe - AWD 🢒 Body Repair 🢒 Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures 🢒 Rear Side Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 2014797 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear side door trim. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.
  2. Pull back the water deflector to gain clearance to remove the rear door check link from the door.
  3. Remove the following components from the vehicle:
    4. • The rear door check link to door jamb bolt (3)
    • The 2 bolts (2) which secure the check link to the rear door
    • The check link (1) through inner door panel access hole

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 2014797 Size: SH
  1. Install the check link (1) through the inner door panel access hole. Secure the check link with the 2 bolts (2) and tighten to 5.5 N·m (49 lb in).
  2. Install the rear door check link to door jamb bolt (3) and tighten to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
  3. Reposition the water deflector back to it original position.
  4. Install the rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement.