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Maintaining the Doors
Before each trip inspect the door operations to ensure they are working properly. The
following are items that need to be frequently inspected to ensure the doors remain in good
working order.
• Manual Door Operat
ions- Inspect daily the door mechanism for loose or damaged
parts. Open and close to see that the door is moving smoothly closes properly and the
door mechanism (handle) latches properly when closed. Repair, replace or adjust as
necessary.
• Electri
c Door Operations- Inspect daily to ensure the door power mechanisms are
working properly. Open and close the door using the console switch and then again
using the remote control. If door is not operating properly have adjusted or repaired as
necessary.
• Emergency Door Release: (Red handle)
- Inspect daily to ensure that the door opens
manually when the red handle is released. Then secure the handle and check interior
and exterior switch operation.
Note:
A daily inspection should be made to ensure the Emergency Door decal is in
place. If missing or unreadable contact your dealer.
• Door Alignment
- Check daily to ensure the door is closing properly and the seals are in
proper alignment when closed. Check all nuts and bolts for tightness and have realigned
as necessary.
• Door H
andle Operation- Check daily, adjust or replace as necessary.
• Loc
k Sets, Latches and Hardware- Check daily for damage or worn areas, replace as
necessary. Apply lubricants at least every 6 months. If vehicle is exposed to salt air
lubricate more often.
• Key H
oles- Lubricate with powdered graphite squirted directly in the keyhole.
• Latches
- Lubricate with a white lithium grease applied on all attaching mechanisms
• Hinges
- Lubricate with a silicone-based product directly applied to the hinges.
• Door Pins
- Lubricate with a light machine oil.
• Glass Panels/Windows
- Inspect daily for damage or looseness. Clean daily or as
needed. Use a standard ammonia based solution or glass cleaner and a soft cloth to
remove road film and dirt.
• Brushes and Pivot Points
- Inspect daily for damaged, worn or loose parts. Tighten any
loose areas such as bolts, hinges, pins, nuts etc. or replace parts as necessary.
• Aluminum Components
- Clean as needed. Use a mild all-purpose cleaner and wipe
dry.
• Door Seals
- Check daily and replace if damaged or worn. Use a silicone based spray
weekly to lightly coat the door seal surfaces.
