Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the rear door.
Using J 36604 , remove the rear door hinge spring from the rear door hinge.
Remove the rear door hinge spring from the vehicle.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Door Hinge Spring From Rear Door Hinge Using J36604
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