GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the door.
  2. Use a door hinge spring compressor in order to compress the door hinge spring.
  3. Remove the door hinge spring from the hinge.

Installation Procedure

  1. Use a door hinge spring compressor in order to compress the door hinge spring.
  2. Install the door hinge spring to the hinge.
  3. Close the door.