Malibu V6-3.9L (2007)
Front Door Striker: Service and Repair
Door Striker Anchor Plate Replacement
Door Striker Anchor Plate Replacement
Removal Procedure
This procedure covers the removal of the front and rear door strikers.
1. Remove the quarter lower trim panel.
2. Mark the position of the striker with a grease pencil.
3. Remove the screws from the front door lock striker.
4. Remove the striker and the shims.
5. Remove the anchor plate.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the anchor plate.
2. Install the door lock shims and striker.
3. Install the screws to the striker.
4. Align the door lock striker to the alignment marks.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
5. Tighten the door lock striker screws.
Tighten the striker screws to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
6. Adjust door lock striker if required. Refer to Door Lock Striker Adjustment. See: Adjustments
7. Install the quarter lower trim panel.
