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Front Door Hinge: Service and Repair



Front Side Door Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the left fender, if necessary.
2. Remove the right fender, if necessary.

Important: Remove only one hinge at a time in order to keep the door properly aligned.

3. Remove the 2 door to hinge bolts (2 or 4).
4. Remove the 2 hinge to door jamb bolts (1 or 3).
5. Remove the upper or lower hinge (6 or 5) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the upper or lower hinge (2 or 4) to the door jamb. Secure the hinge with 2 bolts (1 or 3). Do not fully tighten the bolts at this time.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the 2 door to hinge bolts (2 or 4).

Tighten all hinge bolts to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).

3. Repeat the removal and installation steps for the opposite hinge, if necessary.
4. Install the left fender, if removed.
5. Install the right fender, if removed.