For 1990-2009 cars

## Rear Door Hinge Replacement Upper

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear door hinge cover (1) from the vehicle by gently prying in order to release the plastic retainers that retain the cover.
2. Remove the 2 bolts (2) that retain the rear door upper hinge (1) to the rear door.
3. Remove the 3 bolts (2) that retain the rear door upper hinge (1) to the rear door jamb.
4. Remove the rear door upper hinge (1) from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the rear door upper hinge (1) to the vehicle. Secure the hinge to the door jamb with the 3 mounting bolts. Do not tighten completely at this time.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the 2 bolts (2) that retain the rear door upper hinge (1) to the rear door. Do not tighten completely at this time.

Tighten
Tighten the rear door upper hinge to the door jamb mounting bolts to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).

3. Open the rear door.

Tighten
Tighten the rear door upper hinge to the door mounting bolts to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).

4. Close the rear door.
5. Install the rear door hinge cover (1) to the vehicle. Ensure that the plastic retainers are completely engaged.

## Rear Door Hinge Replacement Lower

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the right tail lamp.
2. Remove the 4 bolts (1) that retain the rear door lower hinge (2) to the rear door.
3. Remove the 3 bolts (3) that retain the rear door lower hinge (2) to the rear door jamb.
4. Remove the rear door lower hinge (2) from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the rear door lower hinge (2) to the vehicle. Secure the hinge to the rear door jamb with the 3 mounting bolts (3). Do not tighten completely at this time.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the 4 bolts (1) that retain the rear door lower hinge (2) to the rear door.

Tighten
Tighten the rear door lower hinge mounting bolts to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).

3. Install the right tail lamp.