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DOOR & WINDOW
INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE
• Prior to replacement compare the replacement unit to the original
• Always use the proper tool to remove interior door handles
• Always torque fasteners to specs (do not overtighten)
• Always replace door panel retaining clips
• Replace all door rod clips
• Check operation of door lock actuators, replace as necessary
• Check operation of window regulator. Replace if binding, noisy or if
operation is erratic
• Inspect tape type window regulator for obvious damage to nylon
tape. Replace the tape as necessary. (Hint: window will exhibit
ratcheting type noise as tape skips)
• Do not damage water shield. It will need to be reused.
DOOR & WINDOW (cont.)
EXTERNAL DOOR HANDLE
• Be sure to mask area around exterior handle before removal/installation to
prevent paint damage
• Prior to replacement compare the replacement unit to the original
• Replace all rod retaining clips
• Prior to the repair, compare the replacement unit to the original
• Always torque fasteners to specs (do not overtighten)
• Always replace door panel retaining clips
• Check operation of door lock actuators, replace as nessacary
• Check operation of window regulator. Replace if binding, noisy or if operation is
erratic
• Inspect tape type window regulator for obvious damage to nylon tape. Replace
the tape as necessary. (Hint: window will exhibit ratcheting noise as tape skips)
• Do not damage water shield. It will need to be reused.
• Inspect all door hinge pins and strikers. Hint: if door drops when opened, hinge
bushings and pins may be worn out
WINDOW HANDLE
• Never use a screwdriver to remove the handle. Damage to the trim
will occur.
• Always use the proper tool to remove interior door handles.
• Always compare the replacement to the defective original. Many are
similar but, knobs are a different color.
DOOR & WINDOW (cont.)
WINDOW REGULATORS
• Follow the proper repair procedure for your vehicle as outlined in the shop manual to
prevent damage and insure a trouble free installation.
• Check operation of window regulator. Replace if binding, noisy or if operation is erratic
• Replace all rod retaining clips
• Remove original unit and compare the replacement unit to the original (some units are
similar but mount different, etc)
• Always torque fasteners to specs (do not over-tighten). See shop manual.
• Always replace door panel retaining clips
• Check the operation of the door lock actuators. Replace if binding, erratic or inoperative.
• Inspect tape type window regulator for obvious damage to nylon tape. Replace the tape
as necessary. (Hint: window will exhibit ratcheting type noise as tape skips)
• Carefully align all components. Operate window and check for binding BEFORE installing
door panel. Make adjustments as required. Refer to shop manual for specific installation
instructions.
• Do not damage water shield. It will need to be reused.
• Inspect all door hinge pins and strikers. Hint: if door drops when opened, hinge bushings
and pins may be worn out. See catalog for replacement parts.
DOOR & WINDOW (cont.)