FRONT DOOR > INSTALLATION

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HINT:

1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
   
2. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
   
3. A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt chart (Click here).
   

1. Install the door wire with the 2 bolts.
   

   Torque:

   8.0 N*m{ 82 kgf*cm , 71 in.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   In order to prevent water leakage, be sure that the lip of the rubber grommet does not turn up or is not deformed when installing the door wire.

2. Connect the wire clips.
   

1. Attach the clips to install the weatherstrip.
   

   HINT:

   If clips are damaged during installation, replace them.

1. Apply MP grease to the sliding areas of the door check.
   

2. Install the door check to the door panel with the 2 nuts.
   

   Torque:

   8.0 N*m{ 82 kgf*cm , 71 in.*lbf }

3. Apply adhesive to the threads of the bolt.
   

   Adhesive:

   Part No. 08833-00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equivalent
   

4. Install the door check to the body panel with the bolt.
   

   Torque:

   27 N*m{ 275 kgf*cm , 20 ft.*lbf }

5. Install the cover.
   

1. Install the cushion with the 2 bolts.
   

1. Install the lock open rod to the outside handle frame.
   

2. Slide the outside handle frame in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration.
   

3. Using a T30 "torx" socket, install the outside handle frame with the screw.
   

   Torque:

   4.0 N*m{ 41 kgf*cm , 35 in.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   A cover should be inserted between the screw and the door panel.

4. Connect the connector.
   

1. Apply MP grease to sliding and rotaing areas of the door lock.
   

2. Install a new door lock wire harness packing.
   

   NOTICE:

   1. When reinstalling the door lock, always use new packing.
      
   2. Do not allow grease or foreign matter to contaminate the gap between the door panel and packing.
      
   3. Old or damaged packing cannot effectively protect against water, which can damage the door lock.
      

3. Insert the control rod into the door lock, and then set it to the door panel.
   

   NOTICE:

   Make sure that the rod is securely engaged with the lock.

4. Apply adhesive to the threads of the 3 screws.
   

   Adhesive:

   Part No. 08833-00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equivalent
   

5. Using a T30 ''torx'' socket, install the door lock with the 3 screws.
   

   Torque:

   5.5 N*m{ 56 kgf*cm , 49 in.*lbf }

6. Connect the door lock connector.
   

1. Attach the 2 claws to install the pad.
   

1. Attach the 2 claws to install the pad.
   

1. Pull and hold the bellcrank lever of the frame as shown in the illustration.
   

2. Install the handle by pushing it in the direction of the arrows in the illustration.
   

   NOTICE:

   If the bellcrank lever is not pulled and held when installing the handle, the bellcrank lever will interfere with the handle and become damaged.

1. Using a T30 ''torx'' socket, install the cover (with the door key cylinder) with the screw.
   

   Torque:

   4.0 N*m{ 41 kgf*cm , 35 in.*lbf }

2. Install the hole plug.
   

1. Install the frame with the 2 bolts.
   

   Torque:

   8.0 N*m{ 82 kgf*cm , 71 in.*lbf }

1. Apply MP grease to the sliding and rotating areas of the regulator motor.
   

2. Using a T25 ''torx'' driver, install the motor with the 3 screws.
   

   Torque:

   5.4 N*m{ 55 kgf*cm , 49 in.*lbf }

1. Apply MP grease to the sliding and rotating areas of the window regulator.
   

   NOTICE:

   Do not apply grease to the spring of the window regulator.

2. Loosely install the bolt labeled A onto the window regulator.
   

3. Insert the window regulator into the door panel. Use the bolt labeled A to hang the window regulator on the door panel.
   

4. Install the window regulator with the 5 bolts and tighten the bolt labeled A.
   

   Torque:

   11 N*m{ 115 kgf*cm , 8 ft.*lbf }

   NOTICE:

   Be careful not to drop the window regulator as it may become damaged.

5. Connect the window regulator connector.
   

1. Using an air riveter or hand riveter with a nose piece, attach the door window frame moulding to the door frame.
   

2. NOTICE:

   
   
   1. Do not pry the rivet with the riveter, as this will cause damage to the riveter and mandrel.
      
   
   
   2. Confirm that the rivets are seated properly against the moulding.
      Do not tilt the riveter when installing the rivet to the moulding.
      Do not leave any space between the rivet head and moulding.
      
   
   
   3. Do not leave any space between the moulding and door frame. Firmly hold together the 2 items while installing the rivet.
      

1. Put protective tape onto the door frame moulding and door frame.
   

2. Using an air riveter or hand riveter with a nose piece, attach the door window frame moulding to the door frame.
   

3. NOTICE:

   
   
   1. Do not pry the rivet with the riveter, as this will cause damage to the riveter and mandrel.
      
   
   
   2. Confirm that the rivets are seated properly against the moulding.
      Do not tilt the riveter when installing the rivet to the moulding.
      Do not leave any space between the rivet head and moulding.
      
   
   
   3. Do not leave any space between the moulding and door frame. Firmly hold together the 2 items while installing the rivet.
      

1. Attach the 7 claws to install the belt moulding.
   

1. Insert the door glass into the door panel along the glass run as indicated by the arrows in the illustration.
   

   NOTICE:

   Be careful not to damage the glass.

2. Install the door glass to the window regulator with the 2 bolts.
   

   Torque:

   5.5 N*m{ 56 kgf*cm , 49 in.*lbf }

1. Apply butyl tape to the door as shown in the illustration.
   

2. Install a new service hole cover.
   

   HINT:

   1. When installing the service hole cover, pull out the links and connectors through the service hole cover.
      
   2. There should be no wrinkles or folds after attaching the service hole cover.
      
   3. After attaching the service hole cover, check the sealing quality.
      

3. Install the door armrest bracket with the 2 bolts.
   

1. Connect the 3 connectors.
   

2. Install the ECU with the 2 bolts.
   

1. Connect the connector.
   

2. Install the mirror with the screw.
   

1. Install the garnish with the 2 clips.
   

1. Install the network switch with the 3 screws.
   

2. Connect the connector.
   

1. Install the screw.
   

2. Attach the 6 clips to install the trim cover.
   

1. Install the weatherstrip with the 4 clips.
   

1. Connect the switch connector.
   

2. Install the switch with the 2 screws.
   

1. Attach the 2 claws to install the courtesy light.
   

2. Attach the 4 claws to install the lens.
   

1. Connect the connector.
   

2. Attach the 2 claws to install the light.
   

1. Install the inside handle with the 4 screws.
   

1. Connect the 2 cables to the inside handle as shown in the illustration.
   

2. Install the weatherstrip to the trim by attaching the 4 clips labeled A.
   

3. Attach the 6 clips labeled B and 3 new clips labeled C to install the trim together with the weatherstrip.
   

4. Install the 2 screws.
   

5. Connect the connector.
   

6. Attach the 2 claws to install the trim lower cover.
   

1. Attach the 3 claws to install the bezel plug.
   

1. Perform initialization (Click here).
   

   NOTICE:

   Certain systems need to be initialized after disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.