C 1500 Yukon 2WD V8-4.8L VIN V (2000)
3. Center punch each stud location on the hinge pillar according to the service hinge.
4. Drill a 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot hole at each center punch location.
Important: Drill must be exact size.
5. Drill an 11.5 mm (29/64 in) hole at the pilot locations for the studs (1).
Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to GM 4901MD-99 Refinish Manual for recommended products. Do not combine paint systems. Refer to
paint manufacturer's recommendations.
6. Clean and prepare all of the bare metal surfaces.
7. Apply approved anti-corrosion primer.
8. Feed fish wire (1), GM P/N 15017229 or the equivalent, through the hinge, the hinge stud hole and out of the conduit hole in the pillar.
9. Install the stud (2), GM P/N 15017230, supplied with the service hinge into the wire end. Pull the stud into position.
10. Hold the stud in position with the hinge and remove the fish wire.
11. Draw the stud tight through the pillar. Use the nuts (1) (GM P/N 11516746) supplied.
12. Repeat steps 7-10 on the remaining stud locations.
13. Remove each service nut.
14. Apply a full-bodied caulk to the entire hinge mounting surface in order to ensure a proper seal.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
15. Install the hinge (2) to the pillar (3). Use the supplied nuts.
Torque the hinge to the pillar nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
16. Clean and prepare all of the surfaces as necessary for refinishing.
17. Apply the sealers.
18. Refinish the surfaces as necessary.
19. Install and align all of the related panels and the components.
Removal Procedure-Door
1. Remove the door from the body.
2. Remove any excess sealer surrounding the hinge and scribe the location of the hinge on the door.
