K 2500 Yukon 4WD V8-6.0L VIN U (2000)
5. Lightly hand-sand the existing hinge with 100 grit or finer sandpaper in order to locate the four welds that attach the hinge to the pillar.
6. Center punch each of the four weld marks on the original hinge.
7. Locate and drill out all necessary factory welds in the rear body opening lower filler, using 8 mm (5/16 in) spot weld remover, to gain access to the
backside of the lower hinge.
Important: Use care when removing the filler panel. The filler panel must be reinstalled.
8. Carefully pry back the filler panel.
9. Remove rear body opening lower filler. If necessary, use a chisel in order to separate the filler from the opening.
