For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Door Check Link Replacement .
3. Remove the front door check link to the hinge pillar bolt.
4. Remove the front door check link grommet (3).
5. Remove the front door check link to the door nuts.
6. Remove the front door check link (1) from the door.

### Installation Procedure

Important: The letters R and L are molded into the check link arm. If you are installing on the right side, the letter R must face up; if you are installing on the left side, the letter L must face up.

1. Position the front door check link (1) in the door.

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.

2. Install the front door check link to the door nuts.

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

3. Install the front door check link grommet (3).
4. Install the front door check link to the hinge pillar bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the door check link to pillar bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

5. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
6. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .