Quarterly Van Door Service Card Checklist & Torque Marks

Reliability is ritual — not luck.

1) Torque Marks

• Paint-mark screw heads with contrasting color; if lines misalign, re-torque.
• Re-apply blue threadlocker after every second inspection.

2) Seal & Gasket Review

• Inspect compression set; replace if flat or torn.
• Clean with isopropyl, wipe silicone conditioner lightly.

3) Electrical Check

• Verify connector pins clean; dielectric grease as needed.
• Cycle lock 10×, listen for hesitation or tone shift.

4) Water Ingress Test

• Spray light mist around escutcheon; open after 1 hour for moisture signs.

5) Service Card

• Index card inside door panel lists: date, torque check, battery voltage, gasket condition.
• Write next due date (90 days) — tape it behind a cover plate.

Related Reading

• Vibration & Rattle-Proofing for Vanlife Cargo Doors — Fastener discipline.
• Salt, Sand & Road Grime Protection — Inspection and maintenance.