TSB23-110-001

Spartan Fire, LLC
Technical Service Bulletin
TSB23-110-001
DATE:
8/30/2023
APPLIES TO:
This service bulletin applies to 2018 through 2024 model year, Gladiator,
Metro Star, FC-94, KME Panther, and KME Predator Emergency Response
chassis cabs built between April 18, 2019 and August 18, 2023.
CONDITION:
Damage to latch frame from striker contact
CORRECTION:
Replace door latches and striker
LABOR ALLOCATION:
1.5 Hrs. per door
CLASSIFICATION:
E2
PARTS NEEDED:
QTY
2
2
4
1
16
Part Number
0533-EE3-001
0533-EE3-002
1975-EE3-001
0764-EE3
0202-BB1-017
8
1
M06100FNZ
TSB23-110-001
Description
ASM-LATCH LH
ASM-LATCH RH
STRIKER-DOOR LATCH
INSTL-DOOR LATCH, FRONT DOORS
SCREW-M6-1.0X16MM TORX DR
PAN HD MACH, ZINC W/THD LOCK
NUT-FLANGE 6MM X 1.0 ZINC
INSTRUCTION DOCUMENT - ENGLISH
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Thoroughly review entire service bulletin before starting work. If there are questions or concerns
with steps defined in this service bulletin, contact Spartan Fire LLC. Customer & Product Support
Group.
All applicable industry safety standards must be followed when performing work identified in
this procedure.
NOTE: This bulletin applies to all cab doors.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Roll window all the way down to prevent glass from falling when un-hooked from door panel.
2. Remove door panels. While removing the door panels the window regulator will need to be
disconnected from the door glass. Refer to FIG. 2-1, FIG. 3-1 and FIG. 3-2.
Remove door panel fasteners starting
from the rear of the door. Remove
enough fasteners to allow access to
disconnect window regulator from
glass and door latch linkage rods from
paddle handle. Once these are
disconnected door panel can be
removed.
Rear of door
FIG. 2-1
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Remove two fasteners that
mount power window regulator
to door panel.
Ensure window is down and is
resting on window stop.
Power window
configuration
FIG. 3-1
Remove regulator from glass channel in
manual window regulator configurations.
Ensure window is down and is
resting on window stop.
Manual Window
Configuration
FIG. 3-2
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3. For view showing front door with door panel removed. Refer to FIG. 4-1.
Front door shown with
door panel removed.
FIG. 4-1
4. While removing the door panels the door latch rods will need to be disconnected.
Refer to FIG. 4-2.
Remove door latch rods
from back of paddle
handle by pressing the
clips off the rods then
slide rods out of clips.
Ensure clips stay in place
on back of paddle handle.
FIG. 4-2
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5. While removing the door panels, any electrical wires connected to the door panels such as
power window switches or door lights will need to be disconnected.
6. Remove and discard the door latch and fasteners. NOTE: two fasteners toward outside of
door utilize nuts to secure the latch to the door frame. Ensure these do not fall into the
doorframe when removing or installing parts. Refer to FIG. 5-1.
Remove and discard latch
hardware.
FIG. 5-1
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7. Inspect threaded mounting holes in latch logic for damage. Refer to FIG. 6-1. Replace latch
logic (P/N 0557-EE3-001 LH, 0534-EE3-001 RH) if thread damage is present.
INSPECT
THREADED
HOLES FOR
DAMAGE
FIG. 6-1
8. Install new door latches and fasteners: P.N. 0533-EE3-001, 0533-EE3-002, 0202-BB1-017 and
M06100FNZ. NOTE: two fasteners toward outside of door utilize nuts for mounting. Ensure
these do not fall into the door frame when removing or installing parts. Torque fasteners to
45 lbf-in. Refer to FIG. 7-1, FIG. 7-2 and FIG. 8-1.
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INSTALL NEW
FASTENERS AND
TORQUE TO 45 lbf-in.
INSTALL NEW
DOOR LATCH
FIG.7-1
Control
levers
shown
assembled
in door
FIG. 7-2
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Ensure control
levers are
engaged properly
when assembled.
Shown with door
removed for
better clarity.
FIG. 8-1
9. Remove the door latch striker. Take note of any additional spacers/washers used behind
each door latch striker washer. Save spacers/washers for reuse: Refer to FIG. 8-2.
REMOVE LATCH STRIKER
FIG. 8-2
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10. Replace the door latch striker with P.N. 1975-EE3-001. If applicable, transfer any additional
spacers/washers found in Fig. 8-2 to replacement striker. Spacers/washers are necessary for
latch alignment. Install striker snug tight. Check alignment to latch. Once alignment is
achieved, tighten striker to recommended torque. Refer to FIG. 9-1 and 10-1.
FIG. 9-1
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11. Reinstall retained door panels. During door panel re-installation, window regulator and door
latch rods must be re-connected. Ensure rod clips are clipped onto rods securely. Refer to
FIG. 11-1.
View of back of paddle
handle showing rod
connections
Rod installed through clip
snapped onto rod securely
FIG. 11-1
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12. For power window regulator alignment Refer to FIG 12-1.
Install these two fasteners loosely
initially during re-installation. For
final adjustment window needs
to be rolled down approx. . . . 6”
then two fasteners to be fully
driven, seated and not stripped.
This will allow the regulator to go
up and down smoothly.
Power window configuration shown
FIG. 12-1
13. Once door panel is re-installed, tighten all fasteners.
14. Ensure door latches properly and all door functions work correctly.
Service Bulletins are intended for use by Professional Technicians only. They are written to guide Professional Technicians in performing service to
vehicles of specific nature in conjunction with industry standards. Professional Technicians should be appropriately trained on industry standards and
have the tools and equipment to perform procedures safely and properly.
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