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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2002 🢒 Express 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Front Side Door Check Strap Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 333981 Size: SH
  1. Open the door approximately half way.
  2. Pull the side door check strap (1) toward the inside of the door.
  3. Swing the door open.
  4. Remove the bolts (2) and the nuts (2) that retain the side door check strap (1) to the door pillar.
  5. Remove the side door check strap (1) from the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 333981 Size: SH
  1. Install the side door check strap (1) into the door.
  2. Hook the strap (1) to the pin inside of the door. Pull the strap (1) in order engage the pin.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolts (2) or the nuts (2) in order to retain the side door check strap (1) to the door pillar.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts or the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).