Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Door Check Link And Bolts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the front side door trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
Pull back the water deflector in order to gain clearance to remove the front door check link from the door.
Remove the following components from the vehicle:
- The front door check link to door jamb bolt (3)
- The 2 bolts (2) that retain the check link to the rear door
- The check link (1) through inner door panel access hole