Rear Door Hinge Pin and Bushing Replacement - Chevrolet K 3500 Truck
8. Install stud GM P/N 15017230 into the end of the fish wire and pull the stud into position.
9. Hold the stud in position with the hinge and remove the fish wire.
10. Install nut GM P/N 11516746 on the stud and draw the stud through the pillar. This will seat the stud and prevent it from splitting.
11. Repeat steps 7-10 on the remaining stud locations.
12. Remove the nuts and hinge.
13. Apply a full-bodied caulk to the entire hinge mounting surface to ensure a proper seal.
14. Align the hinge and install using fasteners supplied.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
15. Install the hinge bolts.
Tighten
Torque the hinge bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
IMPORTANT:
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If installing the original access door without a door side service hinge or a used access door, you must modify the door side of the hinge (1) lower
extensions (2).
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Hinge extensions must maintain a wall thickness of 2 mm between the end of the extensions and the body side hinge nuts (3).
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Maintain a wall thickness of 2 mm (5/64 in) around the hole at the end of the extension (4).
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Prior to refinishing, refer to publication GM 4901 M-D-2000 GM Approved Refinish Materials for recommended products. Do not combine paint
systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.
