Rendezvous FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
Front Door Hinge: Service and Repair
Hinge Replacement - Front Door
Removal Procedure
Important: In order to minimize door realignment, do not remove both door hinges at the same time. Replace the broken door hinge
first.
1. Open the front 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. Support the front door.
4. Remove the bolts from the body side door hinge.
5. Remove the bolts from the door side door hinge.
6. Remove the door hinge from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the front door hinge to the alignment marks.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the bolts to the body side door hinge.
Tighten the bolts to the body side door hinge to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).