Front Side Door Check Link Replacement - Suzuki XL7 2007 Service Manual

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Front Side Door Check Link Replacement

Removal Procedure
WARNING
!
In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal
injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do
not strike the door or the door pillar in the
area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn
OFF the ignition and remove the key when
performing service in the area of the SIS.
1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to "Front
Side Door Trim Panel Replacement".
2. Remove the front door lower speaker. Refer to
"Radio Front Side Door Speaker Replacement: " in
Entertainment.
3. Remove the check link bolts at the hinge pillar.
4. Remove the check link nuts from the door frame.
5. Remove the check link from the door through the
speaker opening.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the check link to the door frame.
CAUTION
!
Refer to "Fastener Notice: " in Cautions and
Notices.
2. Install the nuts to the check link.
Tightening torque
Tighten the nuts to 10 N⋅m (89 lb in).
3. Install the check link bolts.
Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 10 N⋅m (89 lb in).
4. Install the front door lower speaker. Refer to "Radio
Front Side Door Speaker Replacement: " in
Entertainment.
5. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to "Front Side
Door Trim Panel Replacement".