door latch JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2002 WJ / 2.G User Guide

PDC LOWER COVER INSTALLATION
(1) Align the PDC housing lower cover on the bot-
tom of the PDC.
(2) Evenly press the lower cover into place until
latches are fully engaged.
(3) Where the right headlamp and dash harness
enters the PDC, tape the harness securely to the
trough formation on the PDC lower cover.
(4) Install the PDC in its mounting location on the
battery support.
(5) Install the battery wire harness over the two
PDC B+ terminal studs. Torque the nuts to 11.3 N´m
(100 in. lbs.).
(6) Install the battery. Refer to Battery System for
the procedure.
(7) Install the PDC cover.
INSTALLATION
The Power Distribution Center (PDC) main hous-
ing unit, the PDC fuse wedges and the PDC bus bars
cannot be repaired and are only serviced as a unit
with the right headlamp and dash wire harness. If
the PDC main housing unit, the fuse wedges or the
bus bars are faulty or damaged, the entire PDC and
right headlamp and dash wire harness unit must be
replaced.
(1) Position the PDC and the right headlamp and
dash wire harness unit in the engine compartment.
(2) Engage the PDC housing mounts with the
stanchions of the battery support and push the unit
downward until the mount latches fully engage the
mounting tabs on the stanchions.
(3) Install the two-holed eyelet of the battery wire
harness PDC take outs onto the two PDC B(+) termi-
nal studs.
(4) Install and tighten the nuts that secure the
eyelet of the battery wire harness PDC take outs to
the B(+) terminal studs. Tighten the nuts to 11.3
N´m (100 in. lbs.).
(5) Engage each of the retainers that secure the
right headlamp and dash wire harness to the vehicle
body and chassis components. Refer toConnector
Locationsin Wiring Diagrams for the location of
more information on the right headlamp and dash
wire harness retainer locations.
(6) Install all of the fasteners that secure each of
the right headlamp and dash wire harness ground
eyelets to the vehicle body and chassis components.
Refer toConnector Locationsin Wiring Diagrams
for the location of more information on the ground
eyelet locations.
(7) Reconnect each of the right headlamp and dash
wire harness connectors. Refer toConnector Loca-
tionsin Wiring Diagrams for the location of more
information on the right headlamp and dash wire
harness connector locations. For connectors securedwith screws, tighten the screws to 4.3 N´m (38 in.
lbs.).
(8) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
POWER OUTLET
DESCRIPTION - FRONT POWER OUTLET
An accessory power outlet is standard equipment
on this model. The power outlet is installed in the
instrument panel center lower bezel, which is located
near the bottom of the instrument panel center stack
area, below the heater and air conditioner controls.
The power outlet base is secured by a snap fit within
the center lower bezel. A hinged door with an over-
center spring flips closed to conceal and protect the
power outlet base when the power outlet is not being
used, and flips open below the center lower bezel
while the power outlet is in use.
The power outlet receptacle unit and the power
outlet door are each available for service replace-
ment.
OPERATION - FRONT POWER OUTLET
The power outlet base or receptacle shell is con-
nected to ground, and an insulated contact in the
bottom of the shell is connected to battery current.
The power outlet receives battery voltage from a fuse
in the junction block at all times.
While the power outlet is very similar to a cigar
lighter base unit, it does not include the two small
spring-clip retainers inside the bottom of the recepta-
cle shell that are used to secure the cigar lighter
heating element to the insulated contact.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER OUTLET
For complete circuit diagrams, refer toHorn/Ci-
gar Lighter/Power Outletin Wiring Diagrams.
WARNING: REFER TO RESTRAINTS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE
PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCI-
DENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE
PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Check the fused B(+) fuse in the junction block.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted cir-
cuit or component as required and replace the faulty
fuse.
(2) Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) fuse
in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK,
repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC) fuse as required.
(3) Open the power outlet door. Check for continu-
ity between the inside circumference of the power
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POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER (Continued)

BODY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
BODY
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WATER LEAKS........................1
WIND NOISE..........................2
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - BODY
LUBRICATION.........................2
STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRILLING AND
WELDING............................3
SPECIFICATIONS
BODY LUBRICANTS....................3
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE.............4
SPECIAL TOOLS
BODY...............................4DECKLID/HATCH/LIFTGATE/TAILGATE........5
DOOR - FRONT.........................11
DOORS - REAR.........................19
EXTERIOR.............................25
HOOD.................................33
INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM.............36
INTERIOR..............................69
PAINT.................................81
SEATS................................83
STATIONARY GLASS.....................93
SUNROOF.............................96
WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS..................105
BODY STRUCTURE.....................112
BODY
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WATER LEAKS
Water leaks can be caused by poor sealing,
improper body component alignment, body seam
porosity, missing plugs, or blocked drain holes. Cen-
trifugal and gravitational force can cause water to
drip from a location away from the actual leak point,
making leak detection difficult. All body sealing
points should be water tight in normal wet-driving
conditions. Water flowing downward from the front of
the vehicle should not enter the passenger or luggage
compartment. Moving sealing surfaces will not
always seal water tight under all conditions. At
times, side glass or door seals will allow water to
enter the passenger compartment during high pres-
sure washing or hard driving rain (severe) condi-
tions. Overcompensating on door or glass
adjustments to stop a water leak that occurs under
severe conditions can cause premature seal wear and
excessive closing or latching effort. After completing
a repair, water test vehicle to verify leak has stopped
before returning vehicle to use.
VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE WATER LEAK TESTS
Verify that floor and body plugs are in place, body
drains are clear, and body components are properly
aligned and sealed. If component alignment or seal-
ing is necessary, refer to the appropriate section of
this group for proper procedures.
WATER LEAK TESTS
WARNING: DO NOT USE ELECTRIC SHOP LIGHTS
OR TOOLS IN WATER TEST AREA. PERSONAL
INJURY CAN RESULT.
When the conditions causing a water leak have
been determined, simulate the conditions as closely
as possible.
²If a leak occurs with the vehicle parked in a
steady light rain, flood the leak area with an open-
ended garden hose.
²If a leak occurs while driving at highway speeds
in a steady rain, test the leak area with a reasonable
velocity stream or fan spray of water. Direct the
spray in a direction comparable to actual conditions.
²If a leak occurs when the vehicle is parked on an
incline, hoist the end or side of the vehicle to simu-
late this condition. This method can be used when
the leak occurs when the vehicle accelerates, stops or
turns. If the leak occurs on acceleration, hoist the
front of the vehicle. If the leak occurs when braking,
hoist the back of the vehicle. If the leak occurs on left
turns, hoist the left side of the vehicle. If the leak
occurs on right turns, hoist the right side of the vehi-
cle. For hoisting recommendations refer to Group 0,
Lubrication and Maintenance, General Information
section.
WATER LEAK DETECTION
To detect a water leak point-of-entry, do a water
test and watch for water tracks or droplets forming
on the inside of the vehicle. If necessary, remove inte-
rior trim covers or panels to gain visual access to the
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leak area. If the hose cannot be positioned without
being held, have someone help do the water test.
Some water leaks must be tested for a considerable
length of time to become apparent. When a leak
appears, find the highest point of the water track or
drop. The highest point usually will show the point of
entry. After leak point has been found, repair the
leak and water test to verify that the leak has
stopped.
Locating the entry point of water that is leaking
into a cavity between panels can be difficult. The
trapped water may splash or run from the cavity,
often at a distance from the entry point. Most water
leaks of this type become apparent after accelerating,
stopping, turning, or when on an incline.
MIRROR INSPECTION METHOD
When a leak point area is visually obstructed, use
a suitable mirror to gain visual access. A mirror can
also be used to deflect light to a limited-access area
to assist in locating a leak point.
BRIGHT LIGHT LEAK TEST METHOD
Some water leaks in the luggage compartment can
be detected without water testing. Position the vehi-
cle in a brightly lit area. From inside the darkened
luggage compartment inspect around seals and body
seams. If necessary, have a helper direct a drop light
over the suspected leak areas around the luggage
compartment. If light is visible through a normally
sealed location, water could enter through the open-
ing.
PRESSURIZED LEAK TEST METHOD
When a water leak into the passenger compart-
ment cannot be detected by water testing, pressurize
the passenger compartment and soap test exterior of
the vehicle. To pressurize the passenger compart-
ment, close all doors and windows, start engine, and
set heater control to high blower in HEAT position. If
engine can not be started, connect a charger to the
battery to ensure adequate voltage to the blower.
With interior pressurized, apply dish detergent solu-
tion to suspected leak area on the exterior of the
vehicle. Apply detergent solution with spray device or
soft bristle brush. If soap bubbles occur at a body
seam, joint, seal or gasket, the leak entry point could
be at that location.
WIND NOISE
Wind noise is the result of most air leaks. Air leaks
can be caused by poor sealing, improper body compo-
nent alignment, body seam porosity, or missing plugs
in the engine compartment or door hinge pillar areas.
All body sealing points should be airtight in normal
driving conditions. Moving sealing surfaces will notalways seal airtight under all conditions. At times,
side glass or door seals will allow wind noise to be
noticed in the passenger compartment during high
cross winds. Over compensating on door or glass
adjustments to stop wind noise that occurs under
severe conditions can cause premature seal wear and
excessive closing or latching effort. After a repair pro-
cedure has been performed, test vehicle to verify
noise has stopped before returning vehicle to use.
Wind noise can also be caused by improperly fitted
exterior moldings or body ornamentation. Loose
moldings can flutter, creating a buzzing or chattering
noise. An open cavity or protruding edge can create a
whistling or howling noise. Inspect the exterior of the
vehicle to verify that these conditions do not exist.
VISUAL INSPECTION BEFORE TESTS
Verify that floor and body plugs are in place and
body components are aligned and sealed. If compo-
nent alignment or sealing is necessary, refer to the
appropriate section of this group for proper proce-
dures.
ROAD TESTING WIND NOISE
(1) Drive the vehicle to verify the general location
of the wind noise.
(2) Apply 50 mm (2 in.) masking tape in 150 mm
(6 in.) lengths along weatherstrips, weld seams or
moldings. After each length is applied, drive the vehi-
cle. If noise goes away after a piece of tape is applied,
remove tape, locate, and repair defect.
POSSIBLE CAUSE OF WIND NOISE
²Moldings standing away from body surface can
catch wind and whistle.
²Gaps in sealed areas behind overhanging body
flanges can cause wind-rushing sounds.
²Misaligned movable components.
²Missing or improperly installed plugs in pillars.
²Weld burn through holes.
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - BODY LUBRICATION
All mechanisms and linkages should be lubricated
when necessary. This will maintain ease of operation
and provide protection against rust and excessive
wear. The weatherstrip seals should be lubricated to
prolong their life as well as to improve door sealing.
All applicable exterior and interior vehicle operat-
ing mechanisms should be inspected and cleaned.
Pivot/sliding contact areas on the mechanisms should
then be lubricated.
(1) When necessary, lubricate the operating mech-
anisms with the specified lubricants.
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BODY (Continued)

(2) Apply silicone lubricant to a cloth and wipe it
on door seals to avoid over-spray that can soil pas-
senger's clothing.
(3) Before applying lubricant, the component
should be wiped clean. After lubrication, any excess
lubricant should be removed.
(4) The hood latch, latch release mechanism, latch
striker, and safety latch should be lubricated period-
ically.
(5) The door lock cylinders should be lubricated
twice each year (preferably autumn and spring).
(a) Spray a small amount of lock cylinder lubri-
cant directly into the lock cylinder.
(b) Apply a small amount to the key and insert
it into the lock cylinder.
(c) Rotate it to the locked position and then back
to the unlocked position several times.(d) Remove the key. Wipe the lubricant from it
with a clean cloth to avoid soiling of clothing.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRILLING AND
WELDING
When holes must be drilled or punched in an inner
body panel, verify depth of space to the outer body
panel, electrical wiring, or other components. Dam-
age to vehicle can result.
Do not weld exterior panels unless combustible
material on the interior of vehicle is removed from
the repair area. Fire or hazardous conditions, can
result.
Always have a fire extinguisher ready for use when
welding.
SPECIFICATIONS
BODY LUBRICANTS
COMPONENT SERVICE INTERVAL LUBRICANT
Door Hinges As RequiredMulti-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB
(Water Resistant) (1)
Door Latches As RequiredMulti-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB
(Water Resistant) (1)
Hood Latch, Release Mechanism and
Safety LatchAs Required
(When Performing Other
Underhood Service)Multi-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB 2
EP (2)
Hood Hinges As Required Engine Oil
Seat Track and Release Mechanism As RequiredMulti-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB 2
EP (2)
Liftgate Hinge As RequiredMulti-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB 2
EP (2)
Liftgate Support Arms As Required Engine Oil
Liftgate Latches As Required White Spray Lubricant (3)
Liftgate Release Handle (Pivot and Slide
Contact Surfaces)As RequiredMulti-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB 2
EP (2)
Window System Components As Required White Spray Lubricant (3)
Lock Cylinders Twice a Year Lock-Cylinder Lubricant (4)
Parking Brake Mechanism As RequiredMulti-Purpose Grease NLGI GC-LB 2
EP (1)
1 = Mopar Wheel Bearing Grease (High
Temp)
2 = Mopar Multi-Mileage Lubricant
3 = Mopar Spray White Lube
4 = Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant
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BODY (Continued)

SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
BUCKET SEAT BACK FRAME RECLINER BOLTS TO SEAT CUSHION
FRAME28 20 Ð
BUCKET SEAT RECLINER TO SEAT BACK FRAME BOLTS 28 20 Ð
BUCKET SEAT TRACK ADJUSTER NUTS TO SEAT CUSHION FRAME 28 20 Ð
FRONT BUCKET SEAT TO FLOOR PAN BOLTS 40 30 Ð
FRONT BUCKET SEAT TO FLOOR PAN FRONT BOLTS 40 30 Ð
FRONT DOOR HINGE BOLTS 35 26 Ð
FRONT DOOR LATCH TO DOOR SCREWS 10 Ð 89
FRONT DOOR STRIKER TO B-PILLAR 28 20 Ð
HOOD LATCH TO RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER 11 8 Ð
LIFT GATE LATCH STRIKER TO D-PILLAR NUTS 10 Ð 89
REAR DOOR LATCH TO DOOR SCREWS 10 Ð 89
REAR DOOR STRIKER TO C-PILLAR SCREWS 28 20 Ð
REAR SEAT BACK LATCH/HINGE TO SEAT BACK FRAME 28 20 Ð
REAR SEAT BACK LEFT SIDE SUPPORT BRACKET TO CENTER PIVOT
BRACKET28 20 Ð
REAR SEAT BACK RIGHT SIDE SUPPORT BRACKET 28 20 Ð
REAR SEAT CUSHION LATCH BASE PANEL SCREWS 8 Ð 75
REAR SEAT CUSHION TO FLOOR PAN BOLTS 11 8 Ð
SUNROOF MODULE TO ROOF PANEL NUTS 11 8 Ð
SPECIAL TOOLS
BODY
Remover, Moldings C-4829
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BODY (Continued)

DOOR - FRONT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CHECK STRAP
REMOVAL.............................11
INSTALLATION.........................11
DOOR
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................12
ADJUSTMENTS
DOOR ADJUSTMENT..................12
DOOR GLASS
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................12
EXTERIOR HANDLE
REMOVAL.............................13
INSTALLATION.........................13
GLASS RUN CHANNEL
REMOVAL.............................13
INSTALLATION.........................14
HINGE
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................15
INSIDE HANDLE ACTUATOR
REMOVAL.............................15INSTALLATION.........................15
LATCH
REMOVAL.............................15
INSTALLATION.........................15
ADJUSTMENTS
DOOR LATCH........................16
LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL.............................16
INSTALLATION.........................16
LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL.............................16
INSTALLATION.........................17
TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................17
WATERDAM
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................17
WINDOW REGULATOR
REMOVAL.............................18
INSTALLATION.........................18
CHECK STRAP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the waterdam, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove speaker.
(3) Remove screws attaching door check to A-pillar.
(4) Remove nuts attaching door check to door (Fig.
1).
(5) Remove door check through speaker location
hole.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position door check on door through speaker
location hole (Fig. 1).
(2) Install nuts attaching door check to door.
(3) Install screws attaching door check to A-pillar.
(4) Install speaker.
(5) Install the waterdam, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - INSTALLA-
TION).
Fig. 1 Door Check
1 - DOOR CHECK
2 - FRONT DOOR
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DOOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect front door harness connector (Fig.
2).
(2) Support door with padded floor jack.
(3) Remove retaining clips from hinge pins.
(4) Tap out hinge pins.
(5) Separate door from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position door at vehicle and align hinges.
(2) Install hinge pins.
(3) Install retaining clips for hinge pins.
(4) Connect front door harness connector (Fig. 2).
ADJUSTMENTS
DOOR ADJUSTMENT
Minor adjustment for alignment of the door is
made by moving the latch striker.
IN AND OUT
(1) Loosen the latch striker.
(2) Tap the latch striker inward if the door charac-
ter line is outboard of the body character line or tap
the latch striker outward if the door character line is
inboard of the body character line.
(3) Inspect the alignment. If correct, tighten
striker to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
UP AND DOWN
(1) Loosen the latch striker.
(2) Tap the latch striker downward if the door
character line is higher than the body character lineor tap the latch striker upward if the door character
line is lower than the body character line.
(3) Inspect the alignment. If correct, tighten to 28
N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
DOOR GLASS
REMOVAL
(1) Locate glass to full down position.
(2) Remove the waterdam, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove inner belt weatherstrip, refer to (Refer
to 23 - BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FDR INNER
BELT WEATHERSTRIP - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove outer belt weatherstrip, refer to (Refer
to 23 - BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FDR OUTER
BELT WEATHERSTRIP - REMOVAL).
(5) Locate glass to 3/4 up position.
(6) Using a long flat blade or hook type tool, dis-
engage clips (Fig. 3) attaching glass retainer to glass
lift plate.
(7) Carefully push bottom of glass panel outward
to disengage glass retainer studs from lift plate (Fig.
4).
(8) Lift glass upward and out of door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Lower glass into position.
(2) Carefully align glass retainer studs with lift
plate and insert studs into lift plate.
Fig. 2 Front Door Harness Connector
1 - HARNESS CONNECTOR
2 - DOOR
Fig. 3 Front Door Glass Clips
1 - GLASS
2 - RETAINER
3 - CLIP
4 - LIFT PLATE
5 - REGULATOR
6 - CLIP
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(3) Engage clips attaching glass retainer to glass
lift plate.
(4) Locate glass to full down position.
(5) Install outer belt weatherstrip, (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FDR OUTER BELT
WEATHERSTRIP - INSTALLATION).
(6) Install inner belt weatherstrip, (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FDR INNER BELT
WEATHERSTRIP - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install waterdam, refer to (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - INSTALLATION).
EXTERIOR HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove glass run channel, refer to (Refer to 23
- BODY/DOOR - FRONT/GLASS RUN CHANNEL -
REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect lock cylinder to latch rod.
(3) Disconnect outside handle to latch rod
(4) Remove fasteners attaching outside handle to
door (Fig. 5).
(5) Remove outside handle from door.
(6) Disconnect anti-theft harness connector, if
equipped.
(7) Separate outside handle from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position outside handle at door (Fig. 5).
(2) Connect anti-theft harness connector, if
equipped.
(3) Position outside handle in door.(4) Install fasteners attaching outside handle to
door.
(5) Connect outside handle to latch rod
(6) Connect lock cylinder to latch rod.
(7) Install glass run channel, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/GLASS RUN CHANNEL -
INSTALLATION).
GLASS RUN CHANNEL
REMOVAL
NOTE: Only the rearward glass run channel is ser-
viceable.
(1) Remove the waterdam, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove inner belt weatherstrip, refer to (Refer
to 23 - BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FDR INNER
BELT WEATHERSTRIP - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove outer belt weatherstrip, refer to (Refer
to 23 - BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FDR OUTER
BELT WEATHERSTRIP - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove bolt attaching run channel to inner
door panel (Fig. 6).
(5) Peel back glass run channel weatherstrip on
rear run channel.
(6) Pull glass run channel downward to separate
from door.
Fig. 4 Front Door Glass Retainer
1 - GLASS
2 - RETAINER
3 - LIFT PLATE
4 - STUD
Fig. 5 Front Door Outside Handle
1 - DOOR
2 - OUTSIDE HANDLE
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DOOR GLASS (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position hinge on ªAº pillar. (Use 3MtFast and
Firm or equivalent on the hinge to body mating sur-
face as a sealant.)
(2) Install hinge to body bolts, but do not tighten.
(3) Align the hinge to the reference marks and
torque the bolts to 35N´m (26 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install the door on the hinge and align with the
reference marks.
(5) Tighten the door to hinge fasteners.
(6) For adjustment see door adjustment procedure.
INSIDE HANDLE ACTUATOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect latch and lock rods from inside han-
dle actuator.
(3) Remove screws attaching inside handle actua-
tor to trim panel (Fig. 9).
(4) Separate inside handle actuator from trim
panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position inside handle actuator in trim panel.
(2) Install screws attaching inside handle actuator
to trim panel (Fig. 9).
(3) Connect latch and lock rods to inside handle
actuator.
(4) Install door trim panel, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLA-
TION).
LATCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove glass run channel, refer to (Refer to 23
- BODY/DOOR - FRONT/GLASS RUN CHANNEL -
REMOVAL).
(2) Remove screws attaching door latch to door
(Fig. 10).
(3) Disconnect all rods from door latch.
(4) Disconnect wire harness connector, if equipped.
(5) Separate door latch from door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position door latch at door.
(2) Connect wire harness connector, if equipped.
(3) Connect all rods to door latch.
(4) Install screws attaching door latch to door.
Tighten screws to 10 N´m (7 ft. lbs.) torque (Fig. 10).
(5) Install glass run channel, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/GLASS RUN CHANNEL -
INSTALLATION).
Fig. 9 Front Door Inside Handle Actuator
1 - INSIDE HANDLE ACTUATOR
2 - DRIVER'S DOOR TRIM PANEL
3 - SCREW
Fig. 10 Door Latch
1 - DOOR
2-LATCH
3 - ISOLATOR
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HINGE (Continued)

ADJUSTMENTS
DOOR LATCH
DOOR LATCH ADJUSTMENT
(1) Locate access hole (Fig. 11).
(2) Insert a 5/32-inch hex-wrench through hole and
into adjustment screw. Loosen screw.
(3) Operate outside handle button several times to
release any restriction because of mis-alignment.
(4) Tighten adjustment screw to 3 N´m (30 in-lbs)
torque.
(5) Test handle button and lock cylinder for proper
operation.
LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove screws attaching striker to B-pillar.
(2) Separate striker and spacer from B-pillar (Fig.
12).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position striker and spacer on B-pillar.
(2) Install screws attaching striker to B-pillar.
Tighten screws to 28 N´m (20 ft. lbs.) torque (Fig.
12).
LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove outside door handle, refer to (Refer to
23 - BODY/DOOR - FRONT/EXTERIOR HANDLE -
REMOVAL).
(2) Remove screw securing lock cylinder retainer
to outside door handle (Fig. 13).
(3) Separate lock cylinder from door handle.
(4) Disconnect lock cylinder switch, if equipped.
Fig. 11 Door Latch Adjustment
1 - ACCESS HOLE
2 - DOOR
3 - LATCH MOUNTING BOLTS
4-LATCH
Fig. 12 Front Door Latch Striker
1 - B-PILLAR
2 - SPACER
3 - STRIKER
Fig. 13 Front Door Lock Cylinder
1 - OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE
2 - LOCK CYLINDER
3 - ANTI-THEFT SWITCH
4 - RETAINER
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LATCH (Continued)