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(14) Install the transmission electrical connector
(2) (Fig. 71) from transmission and hang to the side.
Turn sealing ring (3) clockwise and connect plug con-
nection (2).
(15) Install the shift cable (Fig. 72) to the trans-
mission.
(a) Push shift cable onto the transmission shift
lever ball socket.
(b) Latch ball socket latch of cable.
(c) Clip shift cable retainer into retainer
bracket.(16) Install the cooler lines to the transmission.
(a) Install the brackets for the oil cooler feed and
return lines (1) (Fig. 73) onto the engine oil pan
flange. Detail shows right side of motor. Position is
mirrored for the left side of engine.
(b) Attach the bracket for the cable retainer (4)
(Fig. 74) to the threaded shank of a engine oil pan
bolt (5).
(c) Install the bolts to hold the oil cooler lines (6)
to the left (Fig. 75) and right sides of transmission.
Torque the bolts to 34 N´m (25 ft.lbs.).
Fig. 70 Install Steering Gear
1 - STEERING GEAR
2 - BRACKET
Fig. 71 Transmission Electrical Connector and
Cooler Line
1 - COOLER LINE
2 - TRANSMISSION ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - SEALING RING
Fig. 72 Shift Cable at Transmission
1 - SHIFT CABLE
2 - TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER
Fig. 73 Cooler Line Supports
1 - COOLER LINES
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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 LUBRI-
CATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
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 canalso 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.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - 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 not
always 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.
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.
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DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Lower seat belt anchor bolt 35 26 Ð
Radiator crossmember bolts 14 10 Ð
Rear door check bolts 10 Ð 89
Rear door exterior handle bolts 10 Ð 89
Rear door hinge bolts 25 18 Ð
Rear door upper closing wedge screws 10 Ð 89
Side view mirror bolts 25 18 Ð
Sliding door center guide rail end piece screws 10 Ð 89
Sliding door center roller arm bolt 45 33 Ð
Sliding door center track bolts/nuts 10 Ð 89
Sliding door inside handle screw 10 Ð 89
Sliding door latch screws 10 Ð 89
Sliding door latch/lock control bolts 10 Ð 89
Sliding door lower roller arm to door screws 25 18 Ð
Sliding door reinforcement bolts 21 15 Ð
Sliding door stabilizer screws 10 Ð 89
Sliding door stop bumper screws 10 Ð 89
Sliding door striker 25 18 Ð
Sliding door upper roller arm to door screws 25 18 Ð
Steering column support bolts 25 18 Ð
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(3) Install bracket onto check and install bracket
bolt/nut.
(4) Tighten bracket bolt/nut to 6 N´m (53 in. lbs.).
(5) Install check bracket onto a-pillar.
(6) Apply Loctitet243 sealant check strap bolts
and install bolts.
(7) Tighten the M8 bolts to 35 N´m (26 ft. lbs.) or
tighten the M6 bolts to 10 N´m (89 in. lbs.).
(8) Install trim panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION)
(9) Connect battery negative cable.
DOOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(2) Remove mirror. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERI-
OR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR - REMOVAL)
(3) Position aside the wiring boot and disconnect
the electrical connectors. (Fig. 3)
(4) Remove the bolts and disconnect the door check
from the a-pillar. (Fig. 4)(5) Support door with a suitable device.
(6) Loosen the hinge set screws. (Fig. 5)
(7) Remove door by lifting off hinge pins.
INSTALLATION
(1) Slide door into hinges.
(2) Install set screws.
(3) Install check bracket onto a-pillar.
(4) Apply Loctitet243 sealant check strap bolts
and install bolts.
(5) Tighten the M8 bolts to 35 N´m (26 ft. lbs.) or
tighten the M6 bolts to 10 N´m (89 in. lbs.).
(6) Connect all door electrical connectors and posi-
tion boot back.
Fig. 3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS
1 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS
2 - BOOT
3 - DOOR
Fig. 4 FRONT DOOR CHECK - BODY
1 - DOOR
2 - A-PILLAR BOLTS
3 - DOOR CHECK
Fig. 5 FRONT DOOR
1 - UPPER CHECK BOLT
2 - DOOR CHECK
3 - UPPER HINGE SET SCREW
4 - LOWER HINGE SET SCREW
5 - HINGE RECEIVERS
6 - DOOR
7 - LOWER CHECK BOLT
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(7) Install mirror. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERI-
OR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR - INSTALLATION)
(8) Adjust door if required. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/DOOR - ADJUSTMENTS)
(9) Connect battery negative cable.
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Door adjustment measurements should be
taken from stationary or welded body panels like
the roof, rocker or quarter panels.
²During adjustment procedures, it is recom-
mended that all the hinge fasteners be loosened
except for the upper most fasteners. Adjustments
can be made using the upper bolts to hold the door
with final torque of the fasteners occurring after
correct door positioning is achieved.
²A suitable body sealant should be used when
removing or moving the hinges.
(1) Check door alignment. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
BODY STRUCTURE/GAP AND FLUSH - SPECIFI-
CATIONS)
(2) If adjustment is required, remove latch striker.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR - FRONT/LATCH
STRIKER - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove side view mirror. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR - REMOVAL)
(4) Loosen hinge bolts and adjust door gap and
align ridge pattern as necessary.
(5) Tighten hinge bolts to 25 N´m (18 ft. lbs.).
(6) Install latch striker and adjust flush measure-
ment as necessary. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/LATCH STRIKER - INSTALLATION)
(7) Install side view mirror. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR - INSTALLA-
TION)
DOOR GLASS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the regulator. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/WINDOW REGULATOR - POWER
or MANUAL - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove reinforcement bolts. (Fig. 6)(3) Carefully lower glass into door and out of run
channel.
(4) Remove glass from door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Carefully place glass into door and slide up
into run channel.
(2) Using wood wedge, tape or equivalent, secure
glass in the up position. (Fig. 7)
(3) Install reinforcement and install the bolts.
Fig. 6 FRONT DOOR GLASS
1 - DOOR RUN CHANNEL
2 - DOOR GLASS
3 - REINFORCEMENT BOLTS
Fig. 7 GLASS SUPPORT
1 - WOOD WEDGE (or equivalent)
2 - WINDOW GLASS
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(4) Tighten bolt to 10 N´m (89 in. lbs.).
HINGE
REMOVAL
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the door to
replace the hinges if they are replaced one at a
time.
(1) Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the
position of the hinge on the door.
(2) Remove side view mirror. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR - REMOVAL)
(3) Loosen hinge set bolts. (Fig. 13)(4) Remove hinge bolts and remove hinge. (Fig.
14)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install hinge and install bolts.
(2) Tighten bolts to 25 N´m (18 ft. lbs.).
(3) Tighten hinge set bolts.
(4) Install side view mirror. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/SIDE VIEW MIRROR - INSTALLA-
TION)
(5) Adjust door if necessary. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/DOOR - ADJUSTMENTS)
Fig. 12 EXTERIOR HANDLE
1 - EXTERIOR HANDLE BOLT
2-LATCH
3 - LATCH BOLTS (3)
Fig. 13 FRONT DOOR
1 - UPPER CHECK BOLT
2 - DOOR CHECK
3 - UPPER HINGE SET SCREW
4 - LOWER HINGE SET SCREW
5 - HINGE RECEIVERS
6 - DOOR
7 - LOWER CHECK BOLT
Fig. 14 HINGE
1 - HINGE BOLTS
2 - DOOR HINGE
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EXTERIOR
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FUEL FILL DOOR
REMOVAL.............................48
INSTALLATION.........................48
GRILLE
REMOVAL.............................48
INSTALLATION.........................48
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET
REMOVAL.............................48
INSTALLATION.........................48RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL.............................49
INSTALLATION.........................49
SIDE VIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL.............................49
INSTALLATION.........................50
SIDE VIEW MIRROR - GLASS
REMOVAL.............................50
INSTALLATION.........................50
FUEL FILL DOOR
REMOVAL
(1) Open passenger compartment door.
(2) Open fuel fill door.
(3) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, dis-
connect the filler cap tether.
(4) Remove two bolts and remove filler door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the door and bolts.
(2) Connect filler cap tether.
(3) Close doors.
GRILLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove screw rivets. (Fig. 1)
(2) Loosen lower screws.
(3) Remove upper screws.
(4) Remove grille.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install grille.
(2) Install upper screw.
(3) Tighten lower screws.
(4) Install screw rivets.
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET
REMOVAL
(1) Remove two lower push-pin fasteners
(2) Remove two screws.
(3) Remove bracket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bracket.
(2) Install screws.
(3) Install push-pin fasteners.
Fig. 1 GRILLE
1 - UPPER SCREW
2 - GRILLE
3 - LOWER SCREWS (2)
4 - SCREW RIVETS
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RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove grille. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERI-
OR/GRILLE - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove headlamps. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/FRONT
LAMP UNIT - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove heat shield. (Fig. 2)
(4) Remove retaining clamps and rubber mounts.
(5) Remove bolts.
(6) Remove crossmember and disconnect hood
cable.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect hood release cable and install cross-
member.
(2) Install crossmember bolts and tighten to 14
N´m (10 ft. lbs.).
(3) Install rubber mounts and retaining clamps.
(4) Install heat shield.
(5) Install headlamps. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/FRONT LAMP
UNIT - INSTALLATION)
(6) Install grille. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERIOR/
GRILLE - INSTALLATION)
SIDE VIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL
Driver's Side
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(2) Remove trim plug. (Fig. 3)NOTE: If the vehicle is not equipped with power
mirrors, skip to step 5.
(3) Remove trim panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR
- FRONT/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove tape, expose electrical connector and
disconnect. (Fig. 3)
(5) Remove bolts and remove mirror.
(6) If equipped, Pull wire harness through.
Passenger Side
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(2) Remove trim plug. (Fig. 4)
NOTE: If the vehicle is not equipped with power
mirrors, skip to step 5.
(3) Separate dust boot from a-pillar.
(4) Disconnect the electrical connector.
(5) Remove bolts and remove mirror.
(6) If equipped, pull wire harness through.
Fig. 2 RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER
1 - HEAT SHIELD
2 - HOOD CABLE
3 - CROSSMEMBER
4 - RUBBER MOUNTS
5 - RETAINING CLAMP
Fig. 3 DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR
1 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
2 - MIRROR
3 - EXTERIOR BOLTS
4 - INNER BOLT
5 - TRIM PLUG
6 - TAPE
VAEXTERIOR 23 - 49

INSTALLATION
Driver's Side
(1) If equipped, pull wire harness through door.
(2) Install mirror and bolts.
(3) Tighten the bolts to 25 N´m (18 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with power mir-
rors, skip to step 6.
(4) Connect electrical connector and replace tape.
(5) Install trim panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION)
(6) Install trim plug.
(7) Connect battery negative cable.
Passenger Side
(1) If equipped, pull wire harness through door.
(2) Install mirror and bolts.
(3) Tighten the bolts to 25 N´m (18 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with power mir-
rors, skip to step 6.
(4) Connect the electrical connector.
(5) Connect dust boot to a-pillar.
(6) Install trim plug.
(7) Connect battery negative cable.
SIDE VIEW MIRROR - GLASS
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(2) Press mirror glass in at bottom.(3) Pull mirror glass up and out of the guides.
(Fig. 5)
(4) Disconnect the electrical connectors, if
equipped.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the electrical connectors, if equipped.
(2) Push mirror glass down into the guides.
(3) Straighten mirror glass.
(4) Connect battery negative cable.
Fig. 4 PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR
1 - OUTER BOLTS
2 - INNER BOLT
3 - TRIM PLUG
4 - MIRROR
5 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
6 - DUST BOOT
Fig. 5 SIDE VIEW MIRROR - GLASS
1 - MIRROR GLASS
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS
3 - GUIDES
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INTERIOR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTERIOR
CAUTION.............................70
A-PILLAR TRIM
REMOVAL.............................70
INSTALLATION.........................71
ASSIST HANDLE
REMOVAL.............................71
INSTALLATION.........................71
B-PILLAR TRIM
REMOVAL.............................71
INSTALLATION.........................72
BULKHEAD TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL.............................72
INSTALLATION.........................72
CARPETS AND FLOOR MATS
REMOVAL.............................72
INSTALLATION.........................73
COWL TRIM
REMOVAL.............................73
INSTALLATION.........................73
D-PILLAR TRIM
REMOVAL.............................73INSTALLATION.........................73
HEADLINER
REMOVAL.............................73
INSTALLATION.........................74
QUARTER TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL.............................74
INSTALLATION.........................75
REAR VIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL.............................75
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION.......................75
INSTALLATION - REAR VIEW MIRROR
SUPPORT BRACKET...................75
STEPWELL SCUFF PADS
REMOVAL.............................75
INSTALLATION.........................76
SUN VISOR
REMOVAL.............................76
INSTALLATION.........................76
INTERIOR
CAUTION
CAUTION:: Do not attempt to remove interior trim
panels/moldings without first removing the neces-
sary adjacent panels. To avoid damaging the pan-
els, ensure that all the screws and clips are
removed before attempting to remove an interior
trim panel/molding. Trim panels are somewhat flex-
ible but can be damaged if handled improperly.
A - PILLAR TRIM
REMOVAL
(1) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, sepa-
rate the top of the a-pillar trim.
(2) Pull top of a-pillar trim out and pull trim up
and remove. (Fig. 1)
(3) Remove the four screws and remove the foam
trim support. (Fig. 2)
Fig. 1 A-PILLAR TRIM
1 - A-PILLAR
2 - TRIM PANEL
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