Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1242

Fig. 26: View Of Hood Spring & Open Assist Bolts
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REAR SIDE DOOR HINGE REPLACEMENT (EXTENDED CAB)

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures: Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement.

CAUTION:

When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the
possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

1

Hood Open Assist Spring Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten: 22 N.m (16 lb ft)

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2

Hood Spring

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Fig. 27: View Of Rear Side Door Hinge Components
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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Component Name

Preliminary Procedures:
Remove the body hinge pillar trim. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .

1

Rear Side Door Upper Hinge to Body Bolt
Tip: One bolt is located behind the body hinge pillar trim.

2

Rear Side Door Lower Hinge to Body Bolt
Tip: One bolt is located behind the body hinge pillar trim.

3

Rear Side Door Upper Hinge to Body Bolt (Qty: 2)

Procedure

1. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.

2. Tape the edges of the door and body.

3. Support the door before removing hinge bolts from step 3 and 4.

Tighten: 26 N.m (19 lb ft)

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

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REAR SIDE DOOR HINGE REPLACEMENT (CREW CAB)

Fig. 28: View Of Rear Side Door Hinge & Components
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

4

Rear Side Door Lower Hinge to Body Bolt (Qty: 2)
Tip: Remove the door from the vehicle then remove the door side hinge bolts.

Tighten: 26 N.m (19 lb ft)

5

Rear Side Door Upper Hinge to Door Bolt (Qty: 2)

6

Rear Side Door Lower Hinge to Door Bolt (Qty: 2)

7

Rear Side Door Lower Hinge

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Component Name

1

Rear Side Door Hinge Upper Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

NOTE:

Fastener Notice .

Rear Side Door Hinge Upper Bolt (Qty: 2)

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HOOD REPLACEMENT

2

Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

3

Rear Side Door Upper Hinge
Tip: Check the door for proper alignment, then adjust as necessary.

4

Rear Side Door Hinge Lower Bolt
Tip: After installation of the replacement upper hinge, from the underside of the hinge,
remove the temporary keeper pivot bolt and replace with longer permanent bolt.

Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

5

Rear Side Door Hinge Lower Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

6

Rear Side Door Hinge Lower Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)

7

Rear Side Door Lower Hinge
Tip: Check the door for proper alignment, then adjust as necessary.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis

Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

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