K 1500 Yukon XL 4WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2001)
15. Install the hinge to the pillar. Use the supplied nuts. Torque the hinge to the pillar nuts to 25 N.m (20 ft lb.) (Fig. 4-30).
16. Clean and prepare all of the surfaces as necessary for refinishing.
17. Apply the sealers. Refinish the surfaces as necessary.
18. Install and align all of the related panels and the components.
Front Door Side Hinge Replacement
Front Door Side Hinge Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove related panels and components.
2. Remove any excess sealer surrounding the hinge and scribe the location of the hinge on the door.
3. Lightly hand-sand the existing body hinge with 100 grit or finer sandpaper in order to locate the 4 welds that attach the hinge to the door (Fig.
4-31).
IMPORTANT: Punch the center of the weld so that as much of the weld is removed during the drilling as possible.
4. Center punch each of the four weld marks on the original hinge base.
IMPORTANT: Do not drill into the door.
