For 1990-2009 cars

#### Special Tools

• | J 36346 /KM-327 Fascia Retainer Remover

• | KM-298 Remover

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Express Down Feature Caution in the Preface section.

1. Remove the door check link (3) from the A-pillar.

Remove the bolt.

2. Disconnect the door wiring harness plug (2).

• | Disengage the safety clip.

• | Disengage the bayonet closure.

3. Remove the door hinge plugs.

Remove the 2 plugs with J 36346 /KM-327.

Important: Protect the edges of the front door with adhesive tape to avoid damaging the paint.

4. Remove the door.

Remove the 2 door hinge tension sleeves (1) with KM-298 .

### Installation Procedure

Important: Observe the protective wax corrosion protection measures.

1. When replacing the front door, transfer the attaching parts.
2. Install the door.

Install the 2 door hinge tension sleeves.

3. Install the door hinge plugs.

Install the 4 door hinge plugs.

4. Connect the door wiring harness plug.

• | Fasten the bayonet closure.

• | Fasten the safety clip.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: Use screw locking compound when inserting the bolt.

5. Install the door check link to the A-pillar.

Tighten
Tighten bolt 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

6. Adjust the door to fit.

• | (I) 4.0+/-1.0 mm (0.16+/-0.04 in)

• | (II) 5.0+/-1.0 mm (0.20+/-0.04 in)

• | (III) 5.0+/-1.0 mm (0.20+/-0.04 in)

• | (IV) 4.1+/-1.0 mm (0.16+/-0.04 in)

• | (V) 3.8+/-0.8 mm (0.15+/-0.03 in)

• | (VI) 3.8+/-0.8 mm (0.15+/-0.03 in)

• | (VII) 3.8+/-0.8 mm (0.15+/-0.03 in)

• | (VIII) 4.5+/-1.0 mm (0.18+/-0.04 in)

• | (IX) 4.5+/-1.0 mm (0.18+/-0.04 in)

• | (X) 3.8+/-0.8 mm (0.15+/-0.03 in)