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July 1: So it begins. Don't worry, this is not in the correct legal jurisdiction!

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
  2. Disconnect the electrical connectors as needed.
  3. Remove the rubber conduit from the door and the body hinge pillar.
  4. Apply cloth-backed tape to the door and the body hinge pillar in order to protect the door and the body hinge pillar from scratches.
    Fig 1: J 36604 Door Hinge Spring Compressor - Front
    G01841545Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Before removing the spring, cover the spring with a towel to prevent the spring from flying and possibly causing damage or personal Injury.
  5. Use the J 36604  in order to remove the door hinge spring.
  6. Remove the hinge pin retainers from the hinge pins.

    Discard the hinge pin retainers.

  7. Use a soft-faced hammer and locking pliers in order to remove the lower hinge pins.
  8. Temporarily install a bolt through the lower hinge in order to hold the door in place.
  9. Remove the upper hinge pin.
  10. Remove the temporary bolt from the lower hinge.
  11. Remove the door from the vehicle.
  12. Remove and discard the door hinge pin bushings.
    Fig 2: Removing New Hinge Pin Retainers From Hinge Pins - Front
    G01841546Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.