For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front hinge pillar garnish molding by pulling at the clip locations. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Hinge Pillar in Interior Trim.
2. Partially remove the hinge pillar insulator.
3. Remove the check link nuts, then remove the check link bolt at the door.
4. Take the check link out through the hinge pillar.

### Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

1. Install the check link to the door with the bolt.

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

2. Install the check link to the hinge pillar with the nuts.

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

3. Install the hinge pillar insulator.
4. Install the hinge pillar garnish molding.