Lincoln Nautilus: Body Closures / Front Door Check Arm. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

1. Open the door.
   

1. Remove the check arm bolt.
   Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

1. Remove the front door trim panel.
   Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

   
   Remove the front door speaker.
   
   1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
      
   2. Remove the bolts and the speaker.
      Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

1. NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

   Remove the front door check arm nuts.
   Torque: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

1. NOTE: Door removed from vehicle for clarity.

   Remove the front door check arm assembly.
   

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.