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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Generic 🢒 2001 🢒 Unit Repair 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Endgate Window Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: When a lift window hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

  1. Remove the endgate window supports. Refer to [ADD LINK].

    2. Object Number: 264379 Size: SH
  2. Remove the hinge pin retainers and discard.
  3. Remove the endgate window assembly from the vehicle.
  4. Remove the endgate window garnish molding. [IF NECESSSARY]
  5. Remove the hinge (1) to the endgate window assembly fasteners (2).
  6. Remove the hinge from the endgate window.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 264379 Size: SH
  1. Install the hinge (1) to the endgate window.

    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 hinge to the endgate window assembly fasteners (2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hinge to the endgate window assembly fasteners to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  3. Install the endgate window garnish molding. [IF NECESSARY]
  4. Install the endgate window assembly (3) to the vehicle.
  5. Install the hinge pin.
  6. Install new hinge pin retainers.
  7. Install the endgate window supports. Refer to [ADD LINK].