C 3500 HD Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (2001)
Front Door Striker: Service and Repair
Door Striker Replacement
Door Striker Replacement
Tools Required
J 29843-9TORX(R) Bit Size T47
Removal Procedure
Important: The door striker bolts are special bolts, and a washer mounted on the rear pillar of the door opening. The bolts pass through a hole
into a threaded plate behind the pillar. The lock cam, or arm, of the locking mechanism engages and snaps around the striker bolt. In this
position, the locking mechanism secures the door.
The striker bolt position is not adjustable.
1. Mark the position of the striker bolt spacer on the door pillar.
2. Using the J 29843-9, or a similar tool, remove the striker bolts.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the striker bolts into the door pillar retaining plate.
2. Align the striker bolt spacer with the mark that you made during the removal.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Using the J 29843-9, or a similar tool, hold the spacer in position.
Tighten the striker bolt to 63 N.m (46 lb ft).
