Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
Rear Door Hinge: Service and Repair
Hinge Replacement - Rear Door
Removal Procedure
Important: This procedure is completed with the rear door closed at all times. Do each door hinge separately, and replace the broken door
hinge first.
1. Open the front door in order to remove the rear door hinges.
2. Clean the mounting surfaces with clean a rag and mark the rear door hinge locations on each surface with a grease pencil or other suitable marker.
3. Remove the bolts from the doorside rear door hinge.
4. Remove the bolts (1-5) from the bodyside rear door hinge.
5. Remove the rear door hinge from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the rear door hinge to the alignment marks.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the bolts (1-5) to the bodyside rear door hinge.
Tighten the bodyside rear door hinge bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
3. Install the bolts to the doorside rear door hinge.
Tighten the doorside rear door hinge bolts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
4. Close the rear door.
5. Inspect the rear door for proper operation and alignment.
