For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

• | Air bag deployment

• | Personal injury

• | Unnecessary SIR system repairs

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:

• | Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.

• | If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

1. Disable the SIR system, if equipped with the SIR side impact system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
3. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
4. Remove the Inflatable restraint side impact sensor mounting plate if equipped. Refer to SIR Sensor Mounting Plate Replacement - Front Door .
5. Remove the front door check link to pillar bolt and nut.
6. Remove the front door check link to inner door bolts.
7. Remove the front door check link from the door.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the front door check link to 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 inner door bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the front door to check link bolt 5 N·m (45 lb in).

3. Install the front door check link to pillar nut and bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the front door check link to pillar nut and bolt to 5 N·m (45 lb in).

4. Install the Inflatable restraint side impact sensor mounting plate if equipped. Refer to SIR Sensor Mounting Plate Replacement - Front Door .
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 .
7. Enable the SIR system, if equipped with the SIR side impact system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.