TrailBlazer 4WD L6-4.2L VIN S (2002)
Important: Punch the center of the weld so that as much of the weld as possible is removed during drilling.
5. Center punch each weld location (1).
Important: Drill only through the hinge base (1). Do not drill through the mating surface (2).
6. At each punch location, drill a 3-mm (1/8-in) pilot hole (1).
7. Using the pilot hole as a guide, drill through the hinge base using a 19-mm (3/4-in) rotabroach hole saw or equivalent (2).
Important: If necessary, use a chisel to separate the hinge from the mating surface.
8. Remove the hinge.
