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Hinge - Door - Front - Lower - LH - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. Position the LH lower front door hinge into the vehicle.
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  2. Install the bolts that attach the LH lower front door hinge to the body.

    Torque 52 N.m 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm combination wrench
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  3. Install the bolts that attach the LH lower front door hinge to the door assembly.

    Torque 31 N.m 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm combination wrench
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  4. Remove the floor jack from the LH front door.
  5. Check gap and flushness of the LH front door to surrounding components.
    NOTE: Refer to CVIS for current gap/flush targets.
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  6. Use IPA wipes to clean the body side lower hinge bolts.
    NOTE: Allow 1 minute of dry time.
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  7. Apply touch up paint to the body side lower hinge bolts as necessary.