Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to Paint Damage Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Apply masking tape to the door edge.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the door from the vehicle to replace the upper or the lower hinges.

Open the front door to expose the rear door hinges. Do not open the door to replace the hinges.
Clean the area around the hinge and mark the location with a grease pencil.
If the upper hinge is broken do the following:
Remove the upper hinge bolts from the door side in the specified sequence (1, 4).

Fig 1: Door Side Hinge Bolts (Rear Door)

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Remove the upper hinge bolts from the hinge pillar side in the specified sequence (1, 4).

Fig 2: Door Hinge Pillar Side (Rear Door)

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If the lower hinge is broken do the following:
Remove the lower hinge bolts from the door side in the specified sequence (3, 2).

Fig 3: Door Side Hinge Bolts (Rear Door)

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Remove the lower hinge bolts from the hinge pillar side in the specified sequence (3, 2).

Fig 4: Door Hinge Pillar Side (Rear Door)

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Remove the broken hinge from the door.