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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2005 🢒 XLR 🢒 Body 🢒 Doors 🢒 Door Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 63821 Size: SH
  1. Mark the harness grommet at the edge of the hinge pillar opening, to aid in determining the depth of the grommet on reassembly.

    2. Object Number: 63780 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the harness grommet from the hinge pillar.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

    4. Object Number: 63776 Size: SH
  4. Mark the location of the hinges on the pillar.
  5. Support the door.
  6. Remove the bolts attaching the hinges to the hinge pillar.
  7. Remove the door.
  8. Transfer the parts as necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 63776 Size: SH
  1. Position the door to the opening, aligning the hinges to the marks.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the bolts attaching the hinges to the hinge pillar.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the door hinge to hinge pillar bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 63780 Size: SH
  3. Connect the harness electrical connectors.

    4. Object Number: 63821 Size: SH
  4. Install the harness grommet into the hinge pillar, aligning the depth mark with the edge of the hinge pillar opening.
  5. Adjust the door as necessary by loosening the hinge bolts, and repositioning the hinge and/or the door.
  6. Adjust the door window as necessary.