Door Check Link Replacement - Rear Sedan/Wagon

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear door inner panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .
2. Remove the bolt at the hinge pillar.
3. Partially remove the water deflector.

Important

It is not necessary to remove the outer panel.

4. Remove the nuts at the door and remove the check link through the door from the inside.

Installation Procedure

Notice

Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Notice

Be careful not to damage door sound insulator. Make sure all seals are properly positioned.

1. Install the check link-to-door with the nuts. Do not damage the check link cover.
Tighten

Tighten the rear door check link-to-door nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

2. Install the check link-to-hinge pillar with the bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the rear door check link-to-body bolt to 25 N·m (19 lb ft).

3. Install the water deflector.
4. Install the trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door .