
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before reinstalling a tire pressure sensor,
replace sealing grommet at base of valve stem.
(1) Wipe area clean where sensor sealing grommet
contacts wheel. Make sure surface of wheel is not
damaged.
(2) Install sensor in wheel as shown (Fig. 19). Do
not attempt to mount sensor otherwise, damage may
occur.
(3) Using a thin wall socket, install special sensor
nut (Fig. 19). Tighten nut to 4 N´m (35 in. lbs.)
torque.
CAUTION: Over-torquing the sensor nut by as little
as 12 N´m (106 in. lbs.) may result in sensor sepa-
ration from the valve stem. Under this condition,
the sensor may still function, however, the condi-
tion should be corrected immediately.
(4) Mount tire on wheel following tire changer
manufacturers instructions, paying special attention
to the following to avoid damaging tire pressure sen-
sor:
(a) Rotating Wheel Tire Changers - Once the
wheel is mounted to the changer, position the sen-
sor valve stem approximately 210É from the head
of the changer in a clockwise direction before rotat-
ing the wheel (also in a clockwise direction) to
mount the tire (Fig. 20). Use this procedure on
both the upper and lower tire beads.
(b) Rotating Tool Tire Changers - Position the
wheel on the changer so that the sensor valve stem
is approximately 210É from the head of the changer
in a clockwise direction from the mounting end of
the tool (Fig. 21) Make sure the sensor is clear of
the lower bead breaker area to avoid damaging the
sensor when the breaker rises (Fig. 21). Rotate the
tool in a counterclockwise direction to mount the
tire. Use this procedure on both the upper and
lower tire beads.
(5) Install wheel and tire assembly on vehicle.
(Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS - INSTALLATION)
(6) Retrain tire pressure sensors. (Refer to 22 -
TIRES/WHEELS/TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING/
SENSOR - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Fig. 18 Start Mount/Dismount Tool Within 10
Degrees Of Valve Stem
Fig. 19 Sensor Mounting To Wheel
1 - TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR
2 - WHEEL
3 - NUT
22 - 12 TIRES/WHEELSRS
SENSOR - TPM (Continued)

INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before reinstalling a tire pressure sensor,
replace sealing grommet at base of valve stem.(1) Wipe area clean where sensor sealing grommet
contacts wheel. Make sure surface of wheel is not
damaged. (2) Install sensor in wheel as shown (Fig. 2). Do
not attempt to mount sensor otherwise, damage may
occur. (3) Using a thin wall socket, install special sensor
nut (Fig. 2). Tighten nut to 4 N´m (35 in. lbs.) torque.
CAUTION: Over-torquing the sensor nut by as little
as 12 N´m (106 in. lbs.) may result in sensor sepa-
ration from the valve stem. Under this condition,
the sensor may still function, however, the condi-
tion should be corrected immediately.
(4) Mount tire on wheel following tire changer
manufacturers instructions, paying special attention
to the following to avoid damaging tire pressure sen-
sor: (a) Rotating Wheel Tire Changers - Once the
wheel is mounted to the changer, position the sen-
sor valve stem approximately 210É from the head
of the changer in a clockwise direction before rotat-
ing the wheel (also in a clockwise direction) to
mount the tire (Fig. 3). Use this procedure on both
the upper and lower tire beads. (b) Rotating Tool Tire Changers - Position the
wheel on the changer so that the sensor valve stem
is approximately 210É from the head of the changer
in a clockwise direction from the mounting end of
the tool (Fig. 4) Make sure the sensor is clear of
the lower bead breaker area to avoid damaging the
sensor when the breaker rises (Fig. 4). Rotate the
tool in a counterclockwise direction to mount the
tire. Use this procedure on both the upper and
lower tire beads.
Fig. 1 Start Mount/Dismount Tool Within 10 Degrees Of Valve Stem
Fig. 2 Sensor Mounting To Wheel
1 - TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR
2 - WHEEL
3 - NUT
Fig. 3 Mounting Tire Using Rotating Wheel Machine
1 - HEAD OF CHANGER LOCATED HERE
2 - VALVE STEM
RS TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING22s-3
SENSOR - TPM (Continued)

BODY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
BODY
DESCRIPTION - VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION....1
WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS . . . 1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WATER LEAKS . 1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WIND NOISE . . . 2
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PLASTIC BODY
PANEL REPAIR........................3
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HEAT STAKING . 10
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE............................11
BODY LUBRICATION...................12
SPECIAL TOOLS
BODY..............................13DOOR - FRONT.........................14
DOORS - SLIDING.......................24
DECKLID/HATCH/LIFTGATE/TAILGATE.......40
EXTERIOR.............................45
HOOD.................................60
INSTRUMENT PANEL.....................63
INTERIOR..............................73
PAINT.................................84
SEATS................................86
STATIONARY GLASS....................108
WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS..................113
SUNROOF.............................116
BODY STRUCTURE.....................124
BODY
DESCRIPTION - VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Throughout this group, references to the
DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicle family identifi-
cation code are used when describing a procedure
that is unique to that vehicle. Refer to Introduction
Group of this manual for detailed information on
vehicle identification. If a procedure is common to all
vehicles covered in this manual, no reference will be
made to a vehicle family code.
WARNING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: USE A OSHA APPROVED BREATHING
FILTER WHEN SPRAYING PAINT OR SOLVENTS IN
A CONFINED AREA. PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT.
AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT WITH PETRO-
LEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEANING SOL-
VENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
DO NOT STAND UNDER A HOISTED VEHICLE THAT
IS NOT PROPERLY SUPPORTED ON SAFETY
STANDS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: When holes must be drilled or punched
in an inner body panel, verify depth of space to the
outer body panel, electrical wiring, or other compo-nents. Damage to vehicle can result.
Do not weld exterior panels unless combustible
material on the interior of vehicle is removed from
the repair area. Fire or hazardous conditions, can
result.
Always have a fire extinguisher ready for use when
welding.
Disconnect the negative (-) cable clamp from the
battery when servicing electrical components that
are live when the ignition is OFF. Damage to electri-
cal system can result.
Do not use abrasive chemicals or compounds on
painted surfaces. Damage to finish can result.
Do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents
on painted or upholstered surfaces. Damage to fin-
ish or color can result.
Do not hammer or pound on plastic trim panel
when servicing interior trim. Plastic panels can
break.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WATER LEAKS
Water leaks can be caused by poor sealing,
improper body component alignment, body seam
porosity, missing plugs, or blocked drain holes. Cen-
trifugal and gravitational force can cause water to
drip from a location away from the actual leak point,
making leak detection difficult. All body sealing
points should be water tight in normal wet-driving
conditions. Water flowing downward from the front of
RSBODY23-1

CODE FAMILY NAME COMMON TRADE NAME TYPICAL APPLICATION
TMC TRANSFER MOLDING
COMPOUNDTMC GRILLES
UP UNSATURATED
POLYESTER
(THERMOSETTING)SMC, BMC, TMC, ZMC, IMC,
XSMC, UPGRILLE OPENING PANEL,
LIFTGATES, FLARESIDE
FENDERS, FENDER
EXTENSIONS
EEBC ETHER/ESTER BLOCKED
CO-POLYMEREEBC BUMPERS
EEBC/PBTP EEBC/POLYBUTYLENE
TEREPTHALATEEEBC, PBTP, BEXLOY BUMPER, ROCKER PANELS
EMPP ETHYLENE MODIFIED
POLYPROPYLENEEMPP BUMPER COVERS
EPDM ETHYLENE/
PROPROPYLENE DIENE
MONOMEREPDM, NORDEL, VISTALON BUMPERS
EPM ETHYLENE/
PROPROPYLENE CO-
POLYMEREPM FENDERS
MPU FOAM POLYURETHANE MPU SPOILERS
PE POLYETHYLENE ALATHON, DYLAN,
LUPOLEN, MARLEX-
PP POLYPROPYLENE
(BLENDS)NORYL, AZDEL, MARLOX,
DYLON, PRAVEXINNER FENDER, SPOILERS,
KICK PANELS
PP/EPDM PP/EPDM ALLOY PP/EPDM SPOILERS, GRILLES
PUR POLYURETHANE COLONELS, PUR, PU FASCIAS, BUMPERS
PUR/PC PUR/PC ALLOY TEXIN BUMPERS
PVC POLYVINYL CHLORIDE APEX, GEON, VINYLITE BODY MOLDINGS, WIRE
INSULATION, STEERING
WHEELS
RIM REACTION INJECTED
MOLDED POLYURETHANERIM, BAYFLEX FRONT FASCIAS, MODULAR
WINDOWS
RRIM REINFORCED REACTION
INJECTED MOLDEDPUR, RRIM FASCIAS, BODY PANELS,
BODY TRIMS
TPE THERMO POLYETHYLENE TPE, HYTREL, BEXLOY-V FASCIAS, BUMPERS,
CLADDINGS
TPO THERMOPOLYOLEFIN POLYTROPE, RENFLEX,
SANTOPRENE, VISAFLEX,
ETA, APEX, TPO, SHIELDS,
CLADDINGSBUMPERS, END CAPS,
TELCAR, RUBBER, STRIPS,
SIGHT, INTERIOR B POST
TPP THERMO-POLYPROPYLENE TPP BUMPERS
TPU THERMOPOLYURETHANE,
POLYESTERTPU, HYTREL, TEXIN,
ESTANEBUMPERS, BODY SIDE,
MOLDINGS, FENDERS,
FASCIAS
RSBODY23-5
BODY (Continued)

(15) Install screws to hold the patch to support
squares (Fig. 12). Tighten screws until patch surface
is flush with panel surface.
(16) Allow adhesive to cure, and remove all screws.
(17) Using a 125 mm (5 in.) 24 grit disc grinder,
grind a 50 mm (2 in.) to 75 mm (3 in.) wide and 2
mm (0.080 in.) deep path across the gaps around the
patch (Fig. 13). With compressed air, blow dust from
around patch.
(18) Apply adhesive backed nylon mesh (dry wall
tape) over gaps around patch (Fig. 14).
(19) Mix enough adhesive to cover the entire patch
area.
(20) Apply adhesive over the mesh around patch,
and smooth epoxy with a wide spreader to reduce fin-
ish grinding. Use two to three layers of mesh and
adhesive to create a stronger repair (Fig. 15).
PATCHED PANEL SURFACING
After patch panel is installed, the patch area can
be finished using the same methods as finishing
other types of body panels. If mesh material is
exposed in the patched area, grind surface down, and
apply a coat of high quality rigid plastic body filler.
Prime, block sand, and paint as required.
Fig. 10 POSITION PATCH IN CUTOUT AND ALIGN
1 - CUTOUT
2 - SUPPORT SQUARES
Fig. 11 APPLY ADHESIVE TO SUPPORT SQUARES
1 - APPLICATOR
2 - SUPPORT SQUARES
3 - ADHESIVE
Fig. 12 INSTALL SCREWS
1 - PATCH
2 - GAP
Fig. 13 GRIND SURFACE
1 - PATCH
2 - GAP
3 - DISC GRINDER
RSBODY23-9
BODY (Continued)

DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Lifgate stabilizer wedge striker to D-pillar bolts 3 Ð 30
Luggage rack crossbar fasteners 4 Ð 35
Lumbar support handle screw 1 Ð 9
Pivot bolt to the body half of hood hinge 28 21 Ð
Prop assembly to lifgate bolts 28 21 Ð
Rear door glass to regulator bolt 11 8 Ð
Rear door hinge to B-pillar bolt 28 20 Ð
Rear door hinge to door bolt 28 20 Ð
Rear door latch striker 28 20 Ð
Rear latch to sliding door end frame 28 20 Ð
Rear seat back to seat cushion bolt 27 19 Ð
Recliner to seat back frame 12 9 Ð
Seatback frame upper rail 8 Ð 71
Seatback hinge bolt 48 35 Ð
Seatback hinge cover screws 2.3 Ð 20
Shoulder belt turning loop onto height adjuster 39 29 Ð
Side view mirror bolts 10 Ð 85
Sliding door center hinge adjusting bolt 15 Ð 130
Sliding door glass nuts 3.4 Ð 30
Sliding door latch striker 28 21 Ð
Sliding door to roller arm bracket 12 9 Ð
Storage bin track guide to seat riser 3.5 Ð 31
Sunroof opening panel to lifter arm screws 5 44
Sunroof opening panel motor screws 4 35
Sunroof trough bracket to roof bolts 6 53
Sunroof trough to trough bracket bolts 6 53
Sunroof trough bracket bolts 6 53
Support cylinders to liftgate 28 21 Ð
BODY LUBRICATION
LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS
Body mechanisms and linkages should be
inspected, cleaned, and lubricated, as required, to
maintain ease of operation and to provide protection
against rust and wear. When performing other under
hood services, the hood latch release mechanism and
safety catch should be inspected, cleaned, and lubri-
cated. During the winter season, external door lock
cylinders should be lubricated to assure proper oper-
ation when exposed to water and ice.
Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts
concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit. If necessary, a suitable solvent can be used to
clean the item to be lubricated. After lubricating acomponent, any excess oil or grease should be
removed.LUBRICANT APPLICATION
DOOR LOCK CYLINDERS
(1) Apply a small amount of lubricant directly into
the lock cylinder.
(2) Apply a small amount of lubricant to the key.
(3) Insert key into lock cylinder and cycle the
mechanism from the locked to the unlocked position.
NOTE: Do not add more lubricant.
(4) Cycle the lock cylinder mechanism several
times to allow the lubricant to flow throughout the
cylinder.
23 - 12 BODYRS
BODY (Continued)

(5) Wipe all lubricant from exterior of lock cylinder
and key.
ALL OTHER BODY MECHANISMS
(1) Clean component as described above.
(2) Apply specified lubricant to all pivoting and
sliding contact areas of component.
LUBRICANT USAGE
ENGINE OIL
²Door Hinges ± Hinge Pin and Pivot Contact
Areas
²Hood Hinges ± Pivot Points
²Liftgate Hinges
MOPARTSPRAY WHITE LUBE OR EQUIVALENT
²Door Check Straps
²Liftgate Latches²Liftgate Prop Pivots
²Ash Receiver
²Fuel Filler Door Remote Control Latch Mecha-
nism
²Parking Brake Mechanism
²Sliding Seat Tracks
²Liftgate Latch
MOPARTMultipurpose GREASE OR EQUIVALENT
²All Other Hood Mechanisms
MOPARTLOCK CYLINDER LUBRICANT OR
EQUIVALENT
²Door Lock Cylinders
²Liftgate Lock Cylinder
SPECIAL TOOLS
BODY
INDEX
DESCRIPTION FIGURE
STICK, TRIM C 4755 16
REMOVER, MOLDINGS C-4829 17
PLIERS, HEADLINER CLIP 6967 18
Fig. 16 STICK, TRIM C 4755
Fig. 17 REMOVER, MOLDINGS C-4829
Fig. 18 PLIERS, HEADLINER CLIP 6967
RSBODY23-13
BODY (Continued)

DOOR - FRONT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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APPLIQUE
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................14
CHECK STRAP
REMOVAL.............................15
INSTALLATION.........................15
DOOR
REMOVAL.............................15
INSTALLATION.........................16
DOOR GLASS
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................17
FRAME CLOSEOUT MOLDING
REMOVAL ± A-PILLAR-HEADER, OR B-PILLAR . 17
INSTALLATION ± A-PILLAR-HEADER, OR
B-PILLAR............................17
HINGE
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................18
LATCH
REMOVAL.............................18
INSTALLATION.........................18
LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL.............................19INSTALLATION.........................19
LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL.............................19
INSTALLATION.........................19
TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL.............................20
INSTALLATION.........................20
WATERSHIELD
REMOVAL.............................21
INSTALLATION.........................21
WINDOW CRANK
REMOVAL.............................21
INSTALLATION.........................21
EXTERIOR HANDLE
REMOVAL.............................21
INSTALLATION.........................22
WINDOW REGULATOR - POWER
REMOVAL.............................22
INSTALLATION.........................22
WINDOW REGULATOR - MANUAL
REMOVAL.............................22
INSTALLATION.........................23
APPLIQUE
REMOVAL
(1) Roll door glass down.
(2) Remove outer door belt molding.
(3) Disengage clips holding front edge of applique
to door frame.
(4) Remove applique from vehicle (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position applique on vehicle.
(2) Hook rear edge of applique over rear edge of
door frame and seat applique bottom edge on sheet
metal.
(3) Engage clips to hold front edge of applique to
door frame.
(4) Install outer door belt molding.
23 - 14 DOOR - FRONTRS