Front Door Striker: Service and Repair

STRIKER

REMOVAL




1. Open the front door.
2. Mark the front door latch striker (3) location on the face of the outer B-pillar (1) to aid reinstallation.
3. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the striker to the B-pillar.
4. Remove the striker from the B-pillar.

INSTALLATION




1. Position the front door latch striker (3) on the face of the outer B-pillar (1).
2. Install and tighten the two screws (2) that secure the striker to the B-pillar. Tighten the screws to 33 N.m (24 ft.lbs.).
3. Adjust the latch striker position as necessary to achieve proper door spacing and latch operation.