Hinge - Door - Rear - Upper - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
Apply masking tape to the area surrounding the LH rear door upper hinge on the body and door to aid in alignment during installation.

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Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH rear door upper hinge to the body.
24 N.m (17.7 lbs-ft)

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm swivel ball socket
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Remove the bolt or nut that attaches the LH rear door upper hinge to the door.
49 N.m (36.1 lbs-ft)

49 N.m (36.1 lbs-ft)

Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- 13 mm deep socket
- 6 in extension
NOTE:
Fixation by bolt

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NOTE:
Fixation by nut

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Carefully remove the LH rear door upper hinge from the vehicle.

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