Ford Fusion: Body Closures / Front Door Check Arm. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.

1. Remove the front door.
   Refer to: Front Door (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the door trim panel and the water shield.
   Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05) .
   

1. Remove the fasteners and the front door check arm.
   

Installation

NOTE: Left hand (LH) side shown, right hand (RH) side similar.

1. Install the front door check arm and fasteners.
   Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

1. Install and align the front door.
   Refer to: Front Door (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
   Refer to: Front Door Alignment (501-03 Body Closures, General Procedures).
   

1. Install the water shield and door trim panel.
   Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05) .