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96 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
4. Store screws in a secure location.
5. Repeat procedure on the front door frame (four door
models).
DOOR FRAME INSTALLATION FOUR
D
OOR MODELS — IF EQUIPPED
1. Install the front door rail first.
2. Carefully place the front door rail in the rubber seal at
the top of the windshield, and line up the holes for the
Torx head screws (two for each door).
3. Swing the frame bracket around the side of the rail,
and insert the screws from underneath. Tighten with
#40 Torx head driver until they are snug, being
careful not to cross-thread the screws or overtighten.
Refer to the following table for the appropriate torque
specifications for the door rail screws.
Step Three
4. Set the rear door frame pin into the hole on top of the
body side, just behind the rear door opening.
Step Four
5. Carefully position the top of the door frame onto the
rear of the front door rail, making sure rubber seals lie
flat. Ensure the seals are installed correctly to avoid
water leaks.
Position Of Frame Above Door
WARNING!
Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the
door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protection
that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for
use during off-road operation only.
Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the
doors removed as you will lose the protection that
they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use
during off-road operation only.
Target Torque
Specification For
Torx Fasteners
Maximum Minimum
79.6 in-lb
(9 N·m)
87.6 in-lb
(9.9 N·m)
71.7 in-lb
(8.1 N·m)
CAUTION!
Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip the screws
if they are overtightened.
1 — Front Door Rail
2 — Rear Door Frame
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