C 1500 Truck 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
1. Repair any damage done to the door during the drilling or the removal of the hinge.
2. Clean and prepare the backing plate mounting surfaces in order to ensure a flush fit of the backing plate.
3. Position the service hinge within the scribe marks on the door.
4. Center punch each hole location on the door according to the service hinge.
5. Drill a 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot hole at each center punch location.
IMPORTANT: Drill must be exact size.
6. Drill an 11.5 mm (29/64 in) hole at the pilot locations.
7. Clean and prepare all of the bare metal surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Prior to refinishing, refer to the publication GM 4901 M-D-2000 GM Approved Refinish Materials for recommended products. Do
not combine paint Systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.
8. Apply approved anti-corrosion primer.
9. Apply a full-bodied caulk to the entire hinge mounting surface in order to ensure a proper seal.
10. Align the hinge (1) and the backing plate (4) with the holes in the door (2).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
11. Align the hinge (1) and the backing plate (4) with the holes in the door (2) and install the bolts (3).
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
12. Apply the sealers.
