Door Check Link Replacement - Rear Coupe

Removal Procedure

1. Open the rear door to the full open position.




2. Remove the rear check link Torx® screw.
3. Partially close the door to disengage the door check arm from the door check link and remove the front Torx® screw.
4. Remove the check link.

Installation Procedure

1. Partially open the hinge to the seat check link on the hinge and install the front Torx® screw.




2. Open the rear door to the full open position to engage the door check arm into the check link.

Notice

Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the rear Torx® screw and tighten both fasteners. Tighten as required using one of the following tools:
• Short (less than 1 1/4 in) Torx® driver.
• Snap-On flank drive torque adapter P/N GFRDH081 or equivalent and Torx® bit. Tighten

  Tighten the rear door upper hinge check link bolts to 11 N·m (8 lb ft).

4. Be sure that the check arm properly seats into the check link.