Front Door Assembly Removal & Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki XL-7 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reverse removal procedure to install door assembly, noting the following point.

NOTE: When replacing door, coat replacement door inside with wax for proper anti-corrosion treatment.

Tighten door hinge bolts (and nut) to specified torque.
Tightening torque

Front door hinge bolt (a): 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)

Rear door hinge bolt (b): 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)

Rear door hinge nut (c): 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Tightening Door Hinge Bolts
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Adjust front door cushion so that door contacts body when closed.
After installation, open and close the door to check looseness. Replace door open stopper pin when there is looseness.
When weather-strip is hardened, water leak may develop.
In such case, replace it with new one.