Discovery I (LJ) V8-4.0L (1996)
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Repeat all latch inspection steps using the interior release handle.
3.
Lower the door window fully and repeat step 2.
4.
Close the door several times and verify that there is no "bounce" off of the door seal and that the latch works correctly.
5.
If the pawl operated freely during the inspections in step 2 and no door bounce is observed in step 4, go to "Left and Right Rear Door Inspection
and Repair" and inspect the rear doors.
6.
If the pawl was sticking or sluggish during inspections in step 2 or if door bounce is experience in step 4, replace the latch as described in Section
B.
B.
Left Front Door Latch Replacement
1.
Refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 76 and remove the left front door latch.
NOTE:
On some vehicles, the inboard latch bolt may have a spacer (figure 7) between the door and latch. This spacer must be installed during installation
2.
when the latch has been removed:
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Drill out the inboard latch mounting hole using a 12 mm. (15/32") drill bit.
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Remove any sharp edges around the hole.
NOTE:
During installation the following pants must be used (figure 7):
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Washer (AFU1069) under the inboard mounting bolt.
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Spacer if originally installed.
3.
Refer to Workshop Manual Section 76. Apply a new gasket to the new latch and install.
4.
Torque the upper and lower screws on the door case edge to 4-5 Nm. (36-45 lbf.in.) and then torque the interior mounting screw to 4-5 Nm. (36-45
lbf.in.) also.
5.
Before installing the door trim panel verify the following:
