Grand AM V6-3.4L VIN E (2001)
Front Door Hinge: Service and Repair
Front Side Door Hinge Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Open and support the door.
2. Remove the rubber conduit at the front door pillar.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector to the body wire harness.
4. Remove the front door check link bolt.
5. Remove the intermediate bolts (1) on the door hinges.
6. Remove the door from the vehicle.
7. Clean the area around the hinges and mark the location with a grease pencil.
8. Remove the bolts (2) securing the hinge (3) to the door.
9. Remove the bolts securing the hinge to the hinge pillar.
10. Remove the front door hinge.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the front door hinge to the alignment marks on the hinge pillar.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the bolts attaching the front door hinge to the hinge pillar
Tighten the front door hinge bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).