Front Door Hinge: Service and Repair

Front Side Door Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Mark the location of the hinge on the door and on the hinge pillar.




2. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped, and pull the wiring from the vehicle through the conduit access hole.
3. Support the door.




4. Remove the bolts (1) securing the hinge (2) to the door.




5. Remove the bolts securing the hinge to the hinge pillar (1,2).
6. Remove the door hinge.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the hinge to the marks on the hinge pillar.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the bolts (1,2) attaching the hinge to the hinge pillar

Tighten the bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).




3. Position the hinge (2) to the marks on the door.
4. Install the bolts (1) attaching the hinge (2) to the door.

Tighten the bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).




5. Feed the door wiring through the hole in the door jamb and connect the electrical connector (if equipped).
6. Install the wire harness conduit to the door jamb conduit access hole.
7. Remove the door support and verify the alignment of the door.