850 T-5R L5-2.3L Turbo VIN 58 B5234T5 (1995)
Check if the rivets have loosened by trying to turn the outer lock plate against the inner. If there is any movement then the riveted joint is loose. Replace
using P/N 91526374 and lock striker P/N 9152638A. If the car chassis number is lower than 50370, also replace the carrier using P/N 91523886 (B in
the illustration).
NOTE!
On cars with chassis number 25000 or lower the existing link 3512703-4 must be replaced with a new link P/N 6846659-8 when replacing the lock
(A in the illustration).
METHOD 2 (VIN HIGHER THAN 33594)
Over a period of time the plate guides can bend slightly outward and fail to engage fully.
When the steel frame needs to be adjusted, the following repair is suggested as an alternative to replacing the bracket:
Remove:
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rocker panel (door sill) molding
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lock striker
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rubber stop.
CHECK WIDTH MEASUREMENTS
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Adjust as required to the measurements given in accompanying drawing.
WELD LOCK STRIKER PLATE AS SHOWN