Front Door Hinge: Service and Repair

Hinge Replacement - Front Door

Removal Procedure


Caution: 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.

1. Remove the front fender. Refer to Fender Replacement - Front (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.




2. Mark around the hinge location with a soft marker for installation alignment purposes.
3. Support the door.
4. With the door fully latched on the striker, remove the hinge to door bolts.
5. Remove the hinge to body bolts and remove the hinges one at a time.



Installation Procedure





1. Position the hinge to the vehicle with the marks made prior to removal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the hinge to door bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

3. Install the hinge to body bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. Inspect the door for proper alignment. Refer to Door Adjustment - Front (Adjustments) .
5. Install the front fender. Refer to Fender Replacement - Front (Service and Repair) in Body Front End.