Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

When removing and installing the door assembly, support the door with a jack and shop cloth to protect the door and body.
When removing and installing door assembly, be sure to carry out the fitting adjustment.
Check the hinge rotating part for poor lubrication. If necessary, apply "body grease".

Remove the door finisher. Refer to "DOOR FINISHER ".
Remove the inner seal.
Remove the door window and module assembly. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove the door harness.
Remove the check link cover.
Remove the check link bolt from the body.

Fig 1: Removing Check Link Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Remove the door-side nuts and bolts, and remove the door assembly.

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 2: Removing Door-Side Nuts And Bolts, And Door Assembly

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.