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 Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
3. Remove the bolt retaining the front door check link to the body.
4. Remove the nuts retaining the front door check link to the door.
5. Remove the front door check link (1) from the door.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the front door check link to the door, ensuring the alignment mark (1) faces upward.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

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

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

3. Install the bolt retaining the front door check link to the body.

Tighten
Tighten the front door check link bolt to 25 N·m (18.4 lb ft).

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