Rendezvous FWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
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Rear Door Hinge: Service and Repair
Hinge Replacement - Rear Door
Removal Procedure
Important: Complete this procedure with the rear door closed at all times. Replace the broken door hinge first.
1. Open the front door.
2. Clean the mounting surfaces with a clean 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 door side rear door hinge.
4. Remove the bolts from the body side 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 Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the bolts to the body side rear door hinge.
Tighten the body side rear door hinge bolts to 35 N.m (25 lb ft).