Maintenance

Maintenance

Doors

Removal

Warning
The doors are heavy. Removal is a two person operation.

Caution
Before removing the door ensure that the vehicle body work is sufficiently protected from possible damage.

1. Disconnect the vehicle battery.
2. Open the vehicle door.
3. Slightly loosen the door hinge lock screws (x2).

4. Remove part of the roadwheel arch liner to gain access to the door check rod. Disconnect the door check rod.

5. Lift the door off the support studs and withdraw the door enough to gain access to the door wiring harness plug. Disconnect the wiring harness plug.

6. Withdraw the door from the vehicle and install on service tool (Refer to '501-F111 (Door Service Trolley)', page 20-1-8).

Installation

Warning
The doors are heavy. Replacement is a two person operation.

Caution
Before installing the door ensure that the vehicle body work is sufficiently protected from possible damage.

1. Place the door to the vehicle. Connect the door wiring harness plug.
2. Align the door to the upper and lower hinges. Install the door onto the hinges.

3. Connect the door check rod. Install the roadwheel arch liner.
4. Align the door. Manoeuvre the door to achieve correct gaps and flush (add / remove shims as required). Tighten the bolts. Do not torque