Rear Door Replacement - Suzuki XL7 2007 Service Manual

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Rear Door Replacement

Removal Procedure

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. Disconnect the wiring harness at the door jamb.

2. Remove the rear door check link. Refer to "Rear

Side Door Check Link Replacement".

3. Support the door.

4. Using a soft marker, mark around the outside of the

hinge for installation purposes.

5. With the aid of an assistant, remove the door hinge

to body bolts.

6. With the aid of an assistant, remove the rear door

from the vehicle.

Hood / Fenders / Doors:

Installation Procedure

1. With the aid of an assistant, position the rear door

and loosely install all hinge to body bolts.

Refer to "Fastener Notice: " in Cautions and

2. Align the hinge with the marks made during the

removal procedure.

Tightening torque

Tighten the hinge to body bolts to 25 N⋅m (18 lb

3. Install the rear door check link. Refer to "Rear Side

Door Check Link Replacement".

4. Engage wiring harness grommet into door and install

the rear door wiring harness.

5. Connect the wiring harness at the door jamb.

6. Verify the door is aligned properly. If door adjustment

is required, refer to "Rear Door Adjustment".