Front Door Hinge: Service and Repair

Front Side Door Hinge Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open and support the door.
2. Clean the mounting surfaces of the hinges with a clean rag and mark the front door hinge locations on each surface with a grease pencil or other suitable marker.




3. Remove the front door.




4. Remove the hinge to pillar bolts.
5. Remove the front door hinge from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the front door hinge to the alignment marks on the pillar.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the bolts and nuts attaching the front door hinge to the pillar.

Tighten the front door hinge bolts and nuts to 26 N.m (19 lb ft).




3. Install the front door.
4. Remove the support from the front door.
5. Inspect the door for proper operation and alignment.