Hyundai Tucson LM Quiz
Body (Interior and Exterior)

Rear Door Repair Procedures

In this manual: Body (Interior and Exterior)
General Information — 1Engine Mechanical System — 44Engine Electrical System — 45Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 93Clutch System — 13Manual Transmission — 18Automatic Transmission — 87Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System — 26Drive Shaft and Axle — 29Suspension System — 35Steering — 20Restraints — 47Brake System — 36Body (Interior and Exterior) — 53Body Electrical System — 202Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 58
49steps
~294min
4/5difficulty
0102030405010.88N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Replacement

Door Trim Replacement
  • Using a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap protective tape around the tip and apply protective tape around the relevant parts to prevent damage.
  • Wear gloves to protect your hands.
  1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the delta inner cover (A).
  2. Loosen the mounting screw, then remove the door inside handle bezel (B).
  3. Loosen the mounting screws, then remove the door trim (A).
  4. Press the lock pin (A), then disconnect the power window connector (B).
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Check that the connectors are connected correctly and that each rod is securely connected.
    • Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.
  6. Remove the door trim.
  7. Remove the door waterproof film (A).
  8. Loosen the mounting screws, then remove the inside handle (A).
  9. Disconnect the inside handle cable (B).
  10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
  11. Remove the following parts.
    A. Door trim
    B. Door waterproof film
    C. Door belt weatherstrip
    D. Door delta molding garnish
  12. Loosen the mounting nuts, then remove the rear channel (A).

    Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

  13. Remove the glass mounting plug hole.
    • Using the door switch, align the mounting hole with the hole in the door glass.
    • If this is not possible, align the hole manually after removing the motor.
    • Be careful not to drop the glass or scratch its surface.
  14. Carefully adjust the glass (B) until the bolts are visible, then loosen them. Separate the glass from the glass run and carefully pull the glass out through the window opening.

    Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

  15. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    A. Move the glass up and down to check that it moves freely without binding.
    B. If necessary, adjust the glass position.
    C. Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
    D. Replace any damaged clips.
  16. Remove the door trim.
  17. Disconnect the speaker connector (A).
  18. Loosen the mounting screws, then remove the speaker (B).
  19. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Use sheet metal screws to secure the speaker.
    • Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
    • Make sure the connector is properly connected.
  20. Remove the door trim.
  21. Remove the door waterproof film.
  22. Disconnect the connector (A).
  23. Loosen the mounting screws, then remove the window regulator motor (B).
  24. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Apply grease to areas with moving parts and springs.
    • Move the glass up and down to make sure it moves smoothly without binding.
    • Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
  25. Remove the cover, then loosen the mounting bolt.
  26. Remove the handle cover (A).

    Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

  27. Remove the outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.
  28. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Move the glass up and down to make sure it moves smoothly without binding.
    • Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
  29. Remove the following parts.
    A. Door trim
    B. Door waterproof film
    C. Glass
    D. Outside Handle
  30. Loosen the retaining screw (A).
  31. Loosen the mounting nuts, then remove the rear channel (A).

    Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

  32. Loosen the door module mounting bolts and the latch mounting screws.
  33. Remove the door module (A).

    Tightening torque: 6.9 ~ 10.8 N·m

  34. Disconnect the connector (A) and the power window motor connector (B).
  35. Remove the wire harness clip.
  36. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    • Apply grease to areas with moving parts and springs.
    • Move the glass up and down to make sure it moves smoothly without binding.
    • Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
Inside Handle Replacement Glass Replacement Speaker Replacement Window Regulator Motor Replacement Outside Handle Replacement Door Module Assembly Replacement

Adjustment

Window Adjustment
  • Inspect the glass guide for damage or wear, and replace if necessary.
  1. Remove the rear door trim.
  2. Remove the door waterproof film.
  3. Carefully adjust the glass (A) until the bolts are visible, then loosen them. Separate the glass from the glass run and carefully pull the glass out through the window opening.
  4. Make sure the glass moves smoothly.
  5. Fully raise the glass and check for gaps. Make sure the glass contacts the glass run evenly.
  6. Loosen the screws (B) just enough to allow the latch to move.

    Tightening Torque (B): 8.8 ~ 13.7 N·m

  7. Check that the connectors are connected correctly and that each rod is securely connected.
  8. Check that the door locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
Door Latch Adjustment Make sure the door latches securely without slamming it. If it is necessary to adjust the striker (A): Striker nuts are locked. The striker can be precisely adjusted up or down, inward or outward. Door Position Adjustment
  • After installing the door, check that it is flush with the body, then check that the gaps between the front, rear and bottom edges of the door and body are even. Make sure the door and body edges are parallel. Replace the mounting bolts before adjusting.
  1. When adjusting the doors, place the vehicle on a hard, level surface.
  2. Make sure the door and body edges are parallel.
  3. Adjust at the hinges (A):
    A. Slightly loosen the door mounting bolts and move the door INWARD or OUTWARD until it is flush with the body.
    B. Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts and move the door BACKWARD or FORWARD, UP or DOWN to align the gaps.
    C. Place a shop towel on the jack to avoid damaging the door during adjustment.
    Tightening Torque: (B): 34.3 ~ 41 N·m (C): 9.8 ~ 19.6 N·m
  4. Lubricate the moving parts of the specified hinges.
  5. Check for water leaks.

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