Removal Procedure
- Open the front door.
- Separate the door wire harness conduit (2) from the connector.
- Remove the intermediate hinge bolts (1) from both hinges.
- Disconnect the door wire harness from the body wire harness
- Remove the check link cover (2) at the front body hinge pillar.
- Remove the check link studs from the front body hinge pillar.
- With the aid of an assistant, lift the door in order to remove.
Installation Procedure
- With the aid of an assistant, align the door hinge halves.
- Lower the door so the hinge halves mate together.
- Install the intermediate door hinge bolts (1).
- Position the check link arm to the pillar.
- Install the check link studs to the pillar.
- Touch up any damage to the intermediate front door hinge fasteners with body color paint.
- Install the check link cover (2) at the pillar.
- Install the wiring conduit over the door wire harness connector.
- Connect the door wire harness to the body wire harness.
- Check the door for proper adjustment. Refer to Door Adjustment .
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Important: Use LOCTITE® Blue, GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent prior to the installing the bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the check link studs to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
