K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2001)
Important: Do not drill into the door frame (3). Drill through hinge only. If necessary, use a chisel to separate the hinge from door.
5. At each punch location, drill through hinge base only using a 13 mm (1/2 in) rotabroach (4) saw, or equivalent.
6. Remove the hinge from pillar.
7. Remove all remaining weld from door surface to ensure a flush fit of service hinge.
Installation Procedure
1. Repair any damage done to the pillar during drilling or removal.
2. Position the hinge within the scribe marks on the hinge pillar.
3. Center punch each stud location on the pillar according to the service hinge.
4. Drill a 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot hole at each center punch location.
5. At the pilot hole location, drill 11.5 mm (29/64 in) hole through the hinge.
Important: Prior to refinishing, refer to Publication GM 4901M-D-2000 GM Approved Refinish Materials for recommended products.
Do not combine paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.
6. Apply an approved anti-corrosion primer to all bare metal surfaces.
7. Feed fish wire GM P/N 15017229 through the hinge, the hinge pillar and out the conduit hole in the pillar.
