OEM 2001 Cadillac DeVille Door Hinge

2001 Cadillac DeVille Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the rear side door hinge on 2001 Cadillac DeVille?

  A: Thorough hinge replacement of the rear side door starts with opening the front and rear doors before removing the door wire harness conduit from the center pillar and disconnecting the door wire harness from the body wire harness. The first step to lift the door calls for removal of check link fasteners from the center pillar along with intermediate hinge fasteners from both hinges. Make a record of the hinge position on the pillar then detach the hinge bolts from the pillar before removing the hinge half from the pillar. When marking the hinge placement on the door it is crucial to fasten the studplate as you separate the hinge from the door to stop it from falling inside. First detach the door hinge fasteners and after that remove its half. The pillar half of the hinge should face the marks from removal, before attaching hinge-to-pillar fasteners that need to be tightened to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). Secure the door hinge half to the door marks and fasten it using 34 N.m (24 lb ft) torque. Lower the door until the hinge halves mate together before you apply Loctite(R) Blue GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent to the fasteners before installing them. The intermediate door hinge fasteners require 24 N.m (18 lb ft) when installed. Install the check link arm to the pillar before you tighten its fasteners to 25 N.m (18 lb ft). The door wire harness connection occurs with the body wire harness while the conduit for the door wire harness fits into the center pillar. Use body color paint to fix any damage on the hinge fasteners after adjusting the door for its alignment.