RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L Prop VIN 2 (2000)
14.
Inspect the rear latch reinforcement on the rear latch opening of the inner door panel for a high trim condition as shown in Figure 6. If the
reinforcement sticks up higher than the opening, perform the Repair Procedure. If the rod is not positioned as shown in Figure 3 and/or the latch
reinforcement does not stick up higher than the opening, this bulletin will not correct a door that will not open complaint. Further diagnosis is
required.
DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE/LATCH
1.
Remove the sliding door trim panel attaching screws.
2.
Remove the door pull handle (Figure 1).
3.
Using a trim removal tool, carefully pry the trim panel away from the door inner panel.
4.
Separate the trim panel from the sliding door.
5.
Inspect the front latch-to-rear latch control rod to ensure that the rod clips are attached. Perform the Repair Procedure if the rod clips are not
attached.
6.
Disconnect both front latch-to-rear latch control rods.
7.
Remove the rear latch attaching screws.
8.
Separate the rear latch from the inner door panel.
