[Old Otto]

the little jammy that keeps the d/s front door from swinging open is, of course, broken. would i be crazy to think that piece is called the "door check" for about $20? it seems that whenever it broke, the door swung so far as to put a little dent in the fender as well.

 

[jdc1244]

Check strap.

 

[Old Otto]

tyvm

 

[Dr.Grillz]

jdc is correct, "door check" is also another name I heard used.

 

[MS Fowler]

"Check strap" seems a little understated for that item. It is one well-designed piece of machinery. Compared to what other manufacturers use, it is one massive piece.
Does anyone understand why the strap itself is a two piece affir that is spot welded together, but each piece has an "S" shaped break in it. I would bet its safety related, but don't know.

 

[bse500sel]

Is this the part that you are talking about? I have purchased parts from them before with very good results.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=33642&item=7961119737&rd=1

Hope this helps.