K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-379 6.2L DSL VIN C FI (1989)
CONDITION:
Some owners may comment that the door striker rattles when they drive over bumps.
CAUSE:
The door lock/latch opening does not provide enough clearance for the door to move on the striker under severe road conditions.
CORRECTION:
A new door lock/latch assembly (P/N 16629102(RH)/16629103(LH)) has been designed with a wider latch opening.
SERVICE PROCEDURE:
1.
Remove the door trim panel. Please refer to Section 10A1 DOORS in the X-9331 LIGHT DUTY SERVICE MANUAL.
2.
Remove the screws from the door module. Tilt the module outward at the top.
3.
Remove the lock cylinder rod from the lock cylinder.
4.
Remove the lock rod.
5.
Remove the handle rod.
6.
Remove the lock screws.
7.
Remove the door lock/latch assembly.
8.
Install the redesigned latch assembly (P/N 16629102(RH), 16629103(LH)).
