Front Door Assembly Removal And Installation: Installation
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Reverse removal procedure to install door assembly noting the following instructions.
- When replacing door, coat replacement door inside with wax for proper anti-corrosion treatment. Refer to SEALANT APPLICATION AREAS .
- Apply sealant to contact face "A" of hinge (1) and apply grease to rotating part "B" of hinge (1).
"A": Sealant 99000-31110SUZUKI Bond No. 1215
"B": Grease 99000-25010SUZUKI Super Grease A
- Tighten hinge bolt to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Door hinge mounting bolt (body side) a: 27 N.m (2.7 kg-m, 19.5 lb-ft)
Door hinge mounting bolt (door side) b: 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
- When door open stopper (1) is installed, make sure punch mark (2) is upward.
Door open stopper installing direction
Left side door: L punch mark is upward
Right side door: R punch mark is upward
- Tighten door open stopper bolt (3) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Door open stopper bolt a: 27 N.m (2.7 kg-m, 19.5 lb-ft)
- Adjust door latch striker position referring to FRONT DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Adjust front door cushion so that door becomes flush with side body.
- After installation, open and close the door to check looseness.