lock DODGE NEON 1999 Service Repair Manual

RADIAL-PLY TIRES
Radial-ply tires improve handling, tread life and
ride quality, and decrease rolling resistance.
Radial-ply tires must always be used in sets of
four. Under no circumstances should they be used on
the front only. They may be mixed with temporary
spare tires when necessary. A maximum speed of 50
MPH is recommended while a temporary spare is in
use.
Radial-ply tires have the same load-carrying capac-
ity as other types of tires of the same size. They also
use the same recommended inflation pressures.
The use of oversized tires, either in the front or
rear of the vehicle, can cause vehicle drive train fail-
ure. This could also cause inaccurate wheel speed
signals when the vehicle is equipped with Anti-Lock
Brakes.
The use of tires from different manufactures on the
same vehicle is NOT recommended. The proper tire
pressure should be maintained on all four tires. For
proper tire pressure refer to the Tire Inflation Pres-
sure Chart provided with the vehicle.
SPARE TIRE±TEMPORARY
The temporary spare tire is designed for emer-
gency use only. The original tire should be repaired
or replaced at the first opportunity and reinstall. Donot exceed speeds of 50 MPH. Refer to Owner's Man-
ual for complete details.
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES
Under inflation causes rapid shoulder wear, tire
flexing, and can result in tire failure (Fig. 2).
Over inflation causes rapid center wear and loss of
the tire's ability to cushion shocks (Fig. 3).
Improper inflation can cause:
²Uneven wear patterns
²Reduced tread life
²Reduced fuel economy
²Unsatisfactory ride
²The vehicle to drift.
For proper tire pressure specification refer to the
Tire Inflation Pressure Chart Placard provided with
the vehicle.
Tire pressures have been chosen to provide safe
operation, vehicle stability, and a smooth ride. Tire
pressure should be checked cold once per month.
Check tire pressure more frequently when the
Fig. 1 Tire Identification
Fig. 2 Under Inflation Wear
Fig. 3 Over Inflation Wear
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

WHEELS
INDEX
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WHEEL COVER (LOCK-ON)................. 8
WHEEL INFORMATION.................... 8
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT................ 9
WHEEL INSPECTION...................... 9
SERVICE PROCEDURES
TIRE AND WHEEL BALANCE............... 10REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WHEEL AND TIRE....................... 12
WHEEL COVER (LOCK-ON)................ 12
WHEEL COVER RETAINING NUT........... 13
SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL SPECIFICATIONS................. 14
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WHEEL INFORMATION
Original equipment wheels are designed for proper
operation at all loads up to the specified maximum
vehicle capacity.
All models use steel or cast aluminum drop center
wheels. Every wheel has raised sections between the
rim flanges and rim drop well called safety humps
(Fig. 1).
Initial inflation of the tires forces the bead over
these raised sections. In case of air loss the raised
sections help hold the tire in position on the wheel
until the vehicle can be brought to a safe stop.
Cast aluminum wheels require special balance
weights to fit on the thicker flange of the rim and
special wheel clamps for the alignment equipment.
The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific
wheel applications and must be replaced with equiv-
alent parts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser
quality or of a substitute design. All aluminum
wheels use wheel nuts with an enlarged nose. Thisenlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention
of the wheels.
Vehicles that are equipped with lock-on wheel cov-
ers use large nose wheel nuts. The wheel nuts are
externally threaded so that the wheel covers can be
attached to the wheel nuts.
Before installing a wheel, remove any buildup of
corrosion on the wheel mounting surface.
WARNING: INSTALLING WHEELS WITHOUT GOOD
METAL-TO-METAL CONTACT COULD CAUSE LOOS-
ENING OF WHEEL LUG NUTS. THIS COULD
ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SAFETY AND HANDLING
OF YOUR VEHICLE.
WHEEL COVER (LOCK-ON)
This vehicle uses a lock-on type wheel cover (Fig.
2) on certain models.
The wheel cover is attached to the wheel using the
5 nuts located in the wheel cover (Fig. 2). The nuts in
the wheel cover thread onto a special externally
threaded wheel nut (Fig. 3) to retain the wheel cover
to the wheel.
Fig. 1 Safety Rim
Fig. 2 Wheel Cover And Retaining Nut
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The wheel cover retaining nut (Fig. 2) is retained
in the wheel cover and will stay on the wheel cover
when un-threaded from the wheel nut. If required,
the retaining nut can be removed from the wheel
cover and replaced as a separate part of the wheel
cover.
The lock-on wheel cover can not be removed from
the wheel until all 5 wheel cover retaining nuts are
un-threaded from the wheel nuts. Then the lock-on
wheel cover can be removed by hand from the wheel.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WHEEL INSPECTION
Inspect wheels for:
²Excessive run out
²Dents or cracks
²Damaged wheel lug nut holes
²Air Leaks from any area or surface of the rim
NOTE: Do not attempt to repair a wheel by ham-
mering, heating or welding.
If a wheel is damaged an original equipment
replacement wheel should be used. When obtaining
replacement wheels, they should be equivalent in
load carrying capacity. The diameter, width, offset,
pilot hole and bolt circle of the wheel should be the
same as the original wheel.
WARNING: FAILURE TO USE EQUIVALENT
REPLACEMENT WHEELS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT
THE SAFETY AND HANDLING OF THE VEHICLE.
USED WHEELS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED. THE
SERVICE HISTORY OF THE WHEEL MAY HAVE
INCLUDED SEVERE TREATMENT OR VERY HIGH
MILEAGE. THE RIM COULD FAIL WITHOUT WARN-
ING.
TIRE AND WHEEL RUNOUT
NOTE: Runout should always be measured off the
vehicle and on a suitable balance machine.Radial run out is the difference between the high
and low points on the outer edge of the tire or wheel.
Lateral run out is the total side±to±side wobble of
the tire or wheel.
Radial run out of more than 1.5 mm (.060 inch)
measured at the center line of the tread may cause
the vehicle to shake.
Lateral run out of more than 2.0 mm (.080 inch)
measured at the side of the tire as close to the tread
as possible may cause the vehicle to shake.
Sometimes radial run out can be reduced by relo-
cating the wheel and tire on the wheel studs (See
Method 1). If this does not reduce run out to an
acceptable level, the tire can be rotated on the wheel.
(See Method 2).
METHOD 1 (RELOCATE WHEEL ON HUB)
Check accuracy of the wheel mounting surface;
adjust wheel bearings.
Drive vehicle a short distance to eliminate tire flat
spotting from a parked position.
Verify all wheel nuts are tightened and properly
torqued in the correct sequence (Fig. 4).
Use run out gauge D-128-TR to determine run out
(Fig. 5).
Fig. 3 Wheel Nut And Wheel Cover Retaining Nut
Fig. 4 Tightening Wheel Nuts
Fig. 5 Run Out Gauge
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WHEEL COVER (LOCK-ON)
REMOVE
NOTE: When unthreading the wheel cover retaining
nuts (Fig. 11) from the wheel nuts it is recom-
mended that a hand wrench be used and not an
impact wrench. Use of an impact wrench could
result in damage to the lock-on wheel cover retain-
ing nuts.
(1) Un-thread the 5 nuts (Fig. 11) attaching the
wheel cover to the wheel nuts.
(2) Grasp the wheel cover and pull straight out-
ward from the wheel. This will remove the wheel
cover from the wheel.
INSTALL
(1) Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with
the valve stem on the wheel (Fig. 11). Align the
wheel cover retaining nuts with the externally
threaded wheel nuts.
(2) By hand, start to thread all 5 of the wheel
cover retaining nuts onto the externally threaded
wheel nuts.
NOTE: When tightening the wheel cover retaining
nuts it is recommended that a hand wrench be used
and not an impact wrench. Use of an impact wrench
could result in damage to the lock-on wheel cover
retaining nuts.
(3) Tighten each of the wheel cover retaining nuts.
If the retaining nut ªjumpsº a thread (slips), which is
an override feature of the retaining nut, retighten
the retaining nut to a point just prior to this occur-ring. To avoid rattling of the wheel cover be sure all
five retaining nuts are correctly tightened.
WHEEL AND TIRE
CAST ALUMINUM WHEEL
To install the wheel, first position it properly on
the mounting surface using the hub pilot as a guide.
All wheel nuts should be lightly tightened before pro-
gressively tightening them in the proper sequence
(Fig. 12). Then tighten wheel nuts in the proper
sequence to a torque of 135 N´m (100 ft. lbs.). Never
use oil or grease on studs or nuts.
STEEL WHEEL
REMOVE
CAUTION: When removing the lock-on wheel cover,
do not attempt to pry the wheel cover off the wheel.
This can result in damage to the wheel cover. The
wheel cover is removed by un-threading the wheel
cover retaining nuts and pulling it off the wheel by
hand.
NOTE: When unthreading the lock-on wheel cover
retaining nuts (Fig. 13) from the wheel nuts it is rec-
ommended that a hand wrench be used and not an
impact wrench. Use of an impact wrench could
result in damage to the lock-on wheel cover retain-
ing nuts.
(1) Un-thread the 5 nuts (Fig. 13) attaching the
wheel cover to the wheel nuts.
(2) Grasp the wheel cover and pull straight out-
ward. This will remove the wheel cover from the
wheel.
(3) Remove the wheel nuts (Fig. 14) from the
studs.
(4) Remove the wheel and tire from the hub.
Fig. 11 Wheel Cover Retaining Nuts
Fig. 12 Tightening Wheel Nuts
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INSTALL
(1) To install the wheel, first position it properly
on the studs and hub mounting surface using the
hub pilot as a guide. Install andlightly tightenthe
wheel nuts in the proper sequence (Fig. 15).
CAUTION: When installing the wheel/tire never use
oil or grease on studs or nuts.
(2) Progressively tighten the 5 wheel nuts in the
proper sequence (Fig. 15) until tightened to half of
the specified torque. Then tighten the wheel nuts in
the proper sequence to a torque of 135 N´m (100 ft.
lbs.).
(3) Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with
the valve stem on the wheel (Fig. 13). Align the
wheel cover retaining nuts with the externally
threaded wheel nuts.
(4) By hand, start to thread all 5 of the wheel
cover retaining nuts onto the externally threaded
wheel nuts.NOTE: When tightening the wheel cover retaining
nuts it is recommended that a hand wrench be used
and not an impact wrench. Use of an impact wrench
could result in damage to the lock-on wheel cover
retaining nuts.
(5) Tighten each of the wheel cover retaining nuts.
If the retaining nut ªjumpsº a thread (slips), which is
an override feature of the retaining nut, retighten
the retaining nut to a point just prior to this occur-
ring. To avoid rattling of the wheel cover be sure all
five retaining nuts are correctly tightened.
WHEEL COVER RETAINING NUT
If a retaining nut for the lock-on wheel cover is
damaged, it can be replaced as a separate component
of the wheel cover. Use the following procedure for
replacing a wheel cover retaining nut.
REMOVE
(1) If required, remove the wheel cover from the
wheel. Refer to Wheel Cover Lock-On in the Removal
And Installation Section in this group of the service
manual for the procedure.
NOTE: The retaining nut flange can not be forced
past the large retaining tab. When removing retain-
ing nut from wheel cover, the flange on the retain-
ing nut must be forced past the 2 small retaining
tabs on wheel cover.
(2) From the back side of the wheel cover, push
outward and tilt the retaining nut sideways forcing
the flange on the retaining nut past the 2 small
retaining tabs in the retaining nut hole of the wheel
cover (Fig. 16).
(3) When flange on retaining nut is past the 2
retaining tabs on the wheel cover, remove retaining
nut from wheel cover by pushing or pulling from hole
in wheel cover.
Fig. 13 Wheel Cover Retaining Nuts
Fig. 14 Wheel Nuts
Fig. 15 Wheel Nut Tightening Sequence
PLTIRES AND WHEELS 22 - 13
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

BODY COMPONENTS
INDEX
page page
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WATER LEAKS.......................... 3
WIND NOISE............................ 4
SERVICE PROCEDURES
HEAT STAKING.......................... 4
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WINDOW REGULATORÐ4 DOOR........... 36
A-PILLAR TRIM.......................... 4
B-PILLAR APPLIQUEÐ2 DOOR.............. 5
B-PILLAR APPLIQUEÐ4 DOOR.............. 5
B-PILLAR TRIMÐ4 DOOR.................. 6
B-PILLAR WEATHERSTRIP CHANNEL......... 6
BODY VENT............................. 6
CARPET............................... 7
CHILD RESTRAINT SEAT BACK............. 8
CHILD SEAT MODULE..................... 8
COWL COVER........................... 7
DOOR HINGE........................... 9
DOOR LOCK CYLINDER.................. 10
DOOR OPENING TRIM WELT.............. 10
DOOR SILL TRIM........................ 10
DOOR................................. 9
FLOOR CONSOLE LATCH................. 11
FLOOR CONSOLE....................... 11
FRONT DOOR CHECK STOP............... 11
FRONT DOOR GLASSÐ2 DOOR............ 12
FRONT DOOR GLASSÐ4 DOOR............ 13
FRONT DOOR INNER BELT WEATHERSTRIP . . 13
FRONT DOOR LATCH STRIKER............ 14
FRONT DOOR LATCH.................... 13
FRONT DOOR OUTER BELT WEATHERSTRIP . 14
FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE........... 14
FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL................ 14
FRONT DOOR WATER SHIELD............. 16
FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP............ 16
FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT............ 17
FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE............... 18
FRONT SEAT BELT RETRACTOR........... 18
FRONT SEAT........................... 17
FRONT SHOULDER BELT ADJUSTER........ 18
FRONT VERTICAL GUIDE BAR............. 18
GRILLE............................... 19
HEADLINING........................... 19
HOOD HINGE.......................... 20
HOOD LATCH.......................... 21
HOOD RELEASE CABLE.................. 21
HOOD................................ 20
LOCK BUTTON BELL-CRANK.............. 21
LOWER QUARTER TRIMÐ4 DOOR.......... 22PARCEL SHELF TRIM.................... 22
QUARTER TRIM PANELÐ2 DOOR........... 22
REAR DOOR GLASS..................... 23
REAR DOOR INNER BELT WEATHERSTRIP . . . 23
REAR DOOR INTERLOCK LATCH STRIKER . . . 24
REAR DOOR LATCH STRIKER............. 24
REAR DOOR LATCH..................... 24
REAR DOOR LOCK BELL CRANK........... 24
REAR DOOR OUTER BELT WEATHERSTRIP . . 25
REAR DOOR TRIM....................... 25
REAR DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR........ 25
REAR SEAT BACK....................... 26
REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE................ 26
REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR............ 26
REAR SEAT CUSHION.................... 26
REAR SPOILER......................... 27
REAR VERTICAL GUIDE BAR.............. 27
ROOF APERTURE (RAP) MOLDING.......... 28
ROOF RACK CROSS RAILS............... 28
ROOF RACK........................... 28
ROOF RAIL WEATHER-STRIP FOUR DOOR . . . 29
ROOF RAIL WEATHER-STRIP ± TWO DOOR . . . 29
SIDE COWL TRIM....................... 30
SIDE VIEW MIRROR STANCHION........... 31
SIDE VIEW MIRROR TRIM COVER.......... 31
SIDE VIEW MIRROR..................... 30
SUN VISOR SUPPORT................... 31
SUN VISOR............................ 31
TRUNK CARPET........................ 31
TRUNK LATCH STRIKER.................. 32
TRUNK LATCH.......................... 32
TRUNK LID LIFT SPRINGS................ 33
TRUNK LID............................ 32
TRUNK LOCK CYLINDER................. 33
TRUNK TRIM PANEL..................... 34
TRUNK WEATHERSTRIP.................. 34
UPPER QUARTER TRIMÐ4 DOOR.......... 34
WINDOW INNERBELT STABILIZER.......... 34
WINDOW REGULATORÐ2 DOOR........... 35
ADJUSTMENTS
FRONT DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT........ 37
FRONT DOOR LATCH ADJUSTMENT........ 38
REAR DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT......... 38
REAR DOOR LATCH ADJUSTMENT.......... 39
SPECIFICATIONS
BODY LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS....... 39
SPECIAL TOOLS
BODY................................. 40
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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
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.
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(3) Loosely install bolts holding hinge to lower
A±pillar.
(4) Loosely install bolts holding hinge to door end
frame.
(5) Align hinge to marks made previously and
tighten all bolts.
(6) Install bolts holding door check strap to lower
A±pillar, if removed previously.
(7) Verify door fit and operation. Adjust door hinge
for proper door alignment, if necessary.
DOOR LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel and water shield.
(2) Close door glass.
(3) Disconnect door lock rod from latch.
(4) Remove clip holding lock cylinder to door han-
dle.
(5) Pull lock cylinder from door handle (Fig. 13).
INSTALLATION
(1) Push lock cylinder into door handle.
(2) Install clip holding lock cylinder to door han-
dle.
(3) Connect door lock rod from latch.
(4) Install door trim panel and water shield.
DOOR OPENING TRIM WELT
REMOVAL
(1) Open door to gain access to trim welt.
(2) Remove door sill trim panel.
(3) Pull trim welt from door opening flange (Fig.
14).
INSTALLATION
(1) Locate paint dot on backside of trim welt.
(2) Position trim welt to vehicle with paint dot in
the appropriate position.(3) Press trim welt onto door opening flange start-
ing at the paint dot position.
(4) Install door sill trim panel
DOOR SILL TRIM
REMOVAL
(1) Open door to gain access to sill trim.
(2) Disengage clips holding sill trim to door sill
and door opening flange.
(3) Separate door sill trim from vehicle (Fig. 15).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position door sill trim on door sill.
(2) Align locating pins on backside of trim panel to
holes in door sill.
(3) Engage clips on trim panel into slots in door
sill.
(4) Engage clips on trim panel onto door opening
flange.
(5) Press downward on trim panel to fully engage
all clips.
Fig. 13 Door Lock Cylinder
Fig. 14 Door Opening Trim Welt
Fig. 15 Door Sill Trim
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

FRONT DOOR GLASSÐ4 DOOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel and water shield.
(2) Remove inner door belt weatherstrip.
(3) Loosen window inner belt stabilizer.
(4) Lower door glass to bottom of door to gain
access to attaching bolts.
(5) Remove bolts holding door glass to window reg-
ulator lift plates (Fig. 22).
(6) Disengage door glass from regulator.
(7) Lift door glass upward out of the opening at
the top of door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Carefully lower door glass through opening in
top of door.
(2) Position door glass into window regulator lift
plates.
(3) Install bolts securing door glass to lift plates.
(4) Tighten window inner belt stabilizer.
(5) Install inner door belt weatherstrip.
(6) Install door trim panel and water shield.
FRONT DOOR INNER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel.
(2) Separate weatherstrip from door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Push down on weatherstrip to engage channel
to door panel.
(2) Install door trim panel.
FRONT DOOR LATCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel and water shield.
(2) Close door glass.(3) Disconnect lock and latch rods from door latch
(Fig. 24).
(4) Disengage wire connector from power door lock
motor, if equipped.
(5) Remove screws holding latch to door end
frame.
(6) Separate door latch from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not close door before adjusting the
door latch. Door may fail to re-open.
(1) Position door latch inside door and install
screws holding latch to door end frame.
(2) Engage wire connector into power door lock
motor, if so equipped.
(3) Connect latch and lock rods to door latch.
(4) Install door trim panel and water shield.
(5) Adjust door latch using procedure in this sec-
tion.
Fig. 22 Front Door Glass
Fig. 23 Front Door Inner Belt Weatherstrip
Fig. 24 Front Door Latch
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

FRONT DOOR LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL
(1) Mark outline of door latch striker on B-pillar to
aid installation.
(2) Remove screws holding door latch striker to
B-pillar (Fig. 25).
(3) Separate door latch striker from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Reverse the preceding operation.
FRONT DOOR OUTER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL
(1) Open door glass.
(2) Pull upward at rear end of outer belt weather-
strip.
(3) Separate outer belt weatherstrip from vehicle
(Fig. 26).
INSTALLATION
(1) Starting at leading edge of door, press weather-
strip onto door.(2) Operate window and check for interference
FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel and water shield.
(2) Close door glass.
(3) Disconnect lock and latch rods from door latch.
(4) Remove nut holding door handle retainer to
outer door panel (Fig. 27).
(5) Separate retainer from back of door handle.
(6) Separate door handle from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position door handle into door and install
retainer at back of handle.
(2) Install nut holding door handle retainer to
outer door panel.
(3) Connect lock and latch rods to door latch.
(4) Install door trim panel and water shield.
FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Lower door glass.
(2) Remove screw attaching pull cup to door trim
panel. Two door vehicle, refer to (Fig. 28). Four door
vehicle, refer to (Fig. 29).
(3) Pull inside latch release handle to access
attaching screw and remove. Two door vehicle, refer
to (Fig. 30). Four door vehicle, refer to (Fig. 31).
(4) Remove window regulator crank, if equipped
(Fig. 32).
CAUTION: Pulling on trim panel to disengage fas-
teners will damage the trim panel.
NOTE: Use a fork-type push-in fastener removal
tool.
Fig. 25 Front Door Latch Striker
Fig. 26 Outer Belt WeatherstripÐTypical
Fig. 27 Front Door Outside Handle
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)