Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. 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.

Fig 1: Door Side Upper and Lower Hinges

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If the upper hinge is broken, remove the upper hinge bolts from the door side in the specified sequence (1, 4).

Fig 2: Hinge Pillar Side Bolts (Rear Door)

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

Fig 3: Upper and Lower Hinges

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If the lower hinge is broken, remove the lower hinge bolts from the door side in the specified sequence (3, 2).

Fig 4: Hinge Pillar Side Bolts (Rear Door)

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