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Front Side Door Upper Hinge and Lower Hinge Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: View Of Front Side Door Hinge
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Callout Component Name
WARNING: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove front fender. Refer to Front Fender Replacement (Equinox)  or Front Fender Replacement (Torrent) .
  2. Remove front door. Refer to Front Side Door Replacement .
1 Front Side Door Hinge Bolt (Qty: 4)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  31 N.m (23 lb ft)
2 Front Side Door Hinge Assembly

Procedure

  1. Use a soft marker to outline around the outside of hinge for install purposes.
  2. Remove hinge body bolts and hinges at one time.
  3. When re-installing door, align hinge with marks made during removal procedures.
  4. After re-installing, check for proper alignment. If door needs adjustment, refer to Front Side Door Adjustment .
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