For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Open the rear door.

Remove the bolt retaining the rear door check link to the body.

3. Remove the rear door wiring harness grommet from the body and disconnect the door wiring harness connectors. Refer to Rear Side Door Wiring Harness Replacement .
4. Remove the bolts (1) retaining the rear door hinge keeper straps.
5. With the aid of an assistant, lift the rear door up off the body side hinges and place the door on a clean, protected surface.
6. Remove the bolts retaining the door side hinges to the door.
7. Remove the hinges from the door.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the door side rear door hinge to the door.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the bolts retaining the door side door hinge to the door.

Tighten
Tighten the door side rear door hinge bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

3. With the aid of an assistant, lower the rear door down onto the body side hinge straps.
4. Install the bolts (1) retaining the rear door hinge keeper straps.

Tighten
Tighten the hinge keeper strap bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

5. Connect the rear door wiring harness connectors and install the rear door wiring harness grommet to the body. Refer to Rear Side Door Wiring Harness Replacement .
6. Install the bolt retaining the rear door check link to the body.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

7. Inspect the door for proper operation and alignment. Refer to Rear Door Adjustment .