2000 Dodge Stratus Door Hinge, Door Check, Door Latch Assembly, Exterior Door Handle

Door Check, Door Hinge, Exterior Door Handle Installation and Repair Tips for 2000 Dodge Stratus

• Q:

  How to Maintain and Fix a Front Exterior Door Handle on 2000 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  To repair the handle on the outside of your front door remove the door trim panel and close your door glass. Unconnect the latch linkage and remove nuts that hold the handle together. Install the new handle, reconnect the latch, open the door glass and reinstall the trim panel.
• Q:

  How to Service and Repair a Door Check on 2000 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  To service the rear door check, remove the trim panel, then detach the bolts securing the check strap to the hinge pillar and inner door panel. Remove the check strap, then reinstall it by securing it to the door end frame, inner panel, and hinge pillar before replacing the trim panel.
• Q:

  How to Maintain and Fix a Door Hinge on 2000 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  To fix the hinge of the front door, put the door on something, and loosen the check strap bolts. Mark hinge positions, remove bolts of hinge door and A-pillar. Install new hinge, be sure it seats properly and replace clips. Insert bolts, reattach the check strap, and ensure doors are aligned.