Front Side Door Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Front Side Door, Hinge And Bolts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedures Mark the location of the hinge before removing the bolts with a grease pencil. Remove the front wheel house liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Trax)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Encore) .
1	Front Side Door Check Link Bolt to Body CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Remove the water deflector. Disconnect the door electrical connector. Support the door before removing the hinge bolts. With an assistant, remove the door. After the door has been removed, ensure that the dome lamp is off. If the dome lamp is on remove the fuse. Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
2	Front Side Door Upper Hinge Bolt to Door (Qty: 2) Tighten 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
3	Front Side Door Lower Hinge Bolt to Door (Qty: 2) Tighten 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
4	Front Side Door Assembly Procedure When replacing the door it is necessary to transfer all of the internal components. If the door striker needs adjust. Refer to Front Side Door Lock Striker Adjustment . Front door adjustment. Refer to Front Side Door Adjustment . NOTE: Water test the door area after replacing the door to ensure no leaks.