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Doors swing open
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Doors swing open
On my '00, the front doors don't have any stops or detents. I'm not sure of the terminology. They just swing open freely. Anyone know what the problem is, or what's worn out - and how to fix it?
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Since you indicate both doors, I'd try the doors on another RX300. Perhaps what you are observing is normal.
There is one stop, mid-way, that is controlled by the black plastic(?) guide that is mid-way up the door jam. It is bolted to the car frame with two bolts and to the car door with two bolts, but it looks like you would need to get inside the door to remove it. Mine has a shine on all but the valley where the stop is, from rubbing against something inside the door.
There is one stop, mid-way, that is controlled by the black plastic(?) guide that is mid-way up the door jam. It is bolted to the car frame with two bolts and to the car door with two bolts, but it looks like you would need to get inside the door to remove it. Mine has a shine on all but the valley where the stop is, from rubbing against something inside the door.
Last edited by bob2200; Apr 4, 2010 at 08:27 AM.
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It's called a "Door Check".
Held by 3 10mm bolts.
Need to take out the door panel to replace it.
You might want to check if your bolts are still there. Sometimes the one on the body loosens up and falls off w/out you knowing.
Held by 3 10mm bolts.
Need to take out the door panel to replace it.
You might want to check if your bolts are still there. Sometimes the one on the body loosens up and falls off w/out you knowing.
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Nad .. does your stop in between or smoothly open to max .... what ever the "door check" allows.
I used to have a 2dr Oldsmobile and the door would open to first stop and if you push it more, it would open further to the max-open position. Some where there was spring assist and I had to be real careful not to bump the vehicle next to me.
Salim
I used to have a 2dr Oldsmobile and the door would open to first stop and if you push it more, it would open further to the max-open position. Some where there was spring assist and I had to be real careful not to bump the vehicle next to me.
Salim
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Nad .. does your stop in between or smoothly open to max .... what ever the "door check" allows.
I used to have a 2dr Oldsmobile and the door would open to first stop and if you push it more, it would open further to the max-open position. Some where there was spring assist and I had to be real careful not to bump the vehicle next to me.
Salim
I used to have a 2dr Oldsmobile and the door would open to first stop and if you push it more, it would open further to the max-open position. Some where there was spring assist and I had to be real careful not to bump the vehicle next to me.
Salim
Today was windy and the stops didn't even hold the door there.
So I can say that it has less of a hold on the stop than your Olds.
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Your Olds was a different type of stop (or check) Salim. As a matter of fact sometimes the type GM used could become very hard to close even, when the check became dry or rusted. I can't imagine the type T/L uses ever becoming hard to close, only easier to close the older they get.
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Thanks, all. I do have the black plastic guide, and it looks similar to Nad's photos. I think that whatever is inside the door, that would be rubbing the guide for the intermediate stop, is worn out. The plastic guide is attached, because the door stops. It just doesn't have that middle stop.
Next, I'll look up how to remove the door panel so I can see what's inside.
Next, I'll look up how to remove the door panel so I can see what's inside.
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Thanks, all. I do have the black plastic guide, and it looks similar to Nad's photos. I think that whatever is inside the door, that would be rubbing the guide for the intermediate stop, is worn out. The plastic guide is attached, because the door stops. It just doesn't have that middle stop.
Next, I'll look up how to remove the door panel so I can see what's inside.
Next, I'll look up how to remove the door panel so I can see what's inside.
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Well, getting a bit closer.
The part I (we) need is a "door check". Apparently, Lexus doesn't allow aftermarket vendors access to this part, or makes it difficult.
Price at a dealership is $126 each. Anyone have access to a parts manual, so I can get a part number? That might help.
I'll keep you posted. The fix seems pretty straightforward. Just remove the door panel and remove a couple of bolts and a pin to replace the door check. I just think $250 for a couple of pieces of plastic is a bit much.
The part I (we) need is a "door check". Apparently, Lexus doesn't allow aftermarket vendors access to this part, or makes it difficult.
Price at a dealership is $126 each. Anyone have access to a parts manual, so I can get a part number? That might help.
I'll keep you posted. The fix seems pretty straightforward. Just remove the door panel and remove a couple of bolts and a pin to replace the door check. I just think $250 for a couple of pieces of plastic is a bit much.
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^^ What rip-off's !!
Part# 68610-48010
Same for both doors.
$72 here:
http://www.lexuspartsnow.com/parts/l...610-48010.html
Part# 68610-48010
Same for both doors.
$72 here:
http://www.lexuspartsnow.com/parts/l...610-48010.html