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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Monte Carlo 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Side Door Adjustment

Up/Down or In/Out Adjustment

    Object Number: 605880 Size: SH
  1. Open the front door to access the rear door hinge bolts.

    2. Important: Do not remove the rear door hinge bolts.

  2. Loosen the rear door side hinge bolts.
  3. Pry off the washer from the lower bolt on the lower hinge.
  4. Adjust the rear door up or down and in and out as required.

    5. 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.

  5. Tighten the door side hinge bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the rear door hinge to door bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).