Jeep Wrangler: DOORS / Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models)

WARNING!

Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only.

Door Removal Warning Label

WARNING!

• All occupants must wear seat belts during off-road operation with doors removed. For off-road driving tips.
• Do not store detached doors inside of the vehicle, as they may cause personal injury in the event of an accident.

NOTE:

• Doors are heavy; use caution when removing them.
• Hinge pin can break if overtightened during door reinstall (Max Torque: 7.5 ft· lb / 10 N·m). For off-road driving tips.

1. Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage.
2. Remove the hinge pin screws from the upper and lower outside hinges (using a #T50 Torx head driver).

   NOTE:

   The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed in the rear cargo tray located under the rear load floor.

   

   Hinge Pin Screw

3. Slide the front seat(s) fully forward.
4. Pry open and remove the plastic wiring access door from the bottom of the B-pillar.

   

   Wiring Access Door

5. Unplug the wiring connector.

   NOTE:

   Squeeze the tab on the base of the wiring harness. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the wiring connector to be unplugged.

   

   Wiring Connector

6. Remove the check screw from the center door check (using a #T40 Torx head driver).

   

   Door Check (Attached)

7. With the door open, lift the door with the help of another person, to clear the hinge pins from their hinges and remove the door.

To reinstall the door(s), perform the previous steps in the reverse order.

NOTE:

The upper hinge has a longer pin, which can be used to assist in guiding the door into place when reinstalling.