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Removal
Press the retainer, remove the corrugated boot "2" "arrow a" and disconnect it from the A-pillar. Turn the retainer lever "3" downwards "arrow b" and disconnect the electrical connector "4" from the block. Unscrew the bolt "5" and push the door opening limiter -6- inward "arrow c". Loosen the bolts "7" on the lower parts of both hinges "8". Raise the door together with the upper halves of the hinges "9" upwards "arrow d". When installing the door, use different torques for tightening the bolts. If the A-pillar has been replaced, then when installing the door, proceed as prescribed in the case of replacing the pillar. If the A-pillar has not been replaced, then when installing the door, proceed in accordance with the instructions in the next section (Installation).
Installation is carried out in reverse order.
Tightening torque of bolt "5": 32 Nm. Tightening torque of bolt "7": 30 Nm. Check the gaps around the perimeter of the front door.
Installation after replacing the A-pillar
CAUTION: If the A-pillar has been replaced, the bolts on it must be tightened as described below.
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The A-pillar has been replaced. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Install the door and tighten bolts -6, 7, 11 and 16- to 32 Nm. Install all door parts in place. After completing all work, tighten bolts -6, 7, 11 and 16- to 20 Nm. In this case, it is always necessary to use new bolts. Check the gaps around the perimeter of the front door.
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