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Removal Procedure

Open the door.
Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
Remove the water deflector. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .

Fig 1: Door Check Link & Bolt

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Remove the body-side check strap bolt.
Remove the check strap plug.
Remove the door-side check strap nuts.
Pull the check strap from the inside of the door.