How to replace the front side door hinge on Chevrolet Tahoe?

The first step is to remove all parts connected to the front side door and mark the area around the current hinge on the hinge pillar and only after that remove any excess adhesive there. Run the sandpaper across the hinge by hand to find the four spots that attach it to the pillar and then puncture the center of each of these spots to prepare for effective drilling. Make a center punch on each one of the four old weld marks, but do not drill into the door (1). Use a 13 mm rotabroach hole saw or its alternative to cut through the hinge base (2) at each position, then chisel away the hinge if it is stuck. Wash the area around the door to allow for a right fit of the hinge and then mend all the damage done while removing it. Get the hinge mounting areas of the backing plates ready, fit the hinge onto the scribed marks and carefully mark each hole location on the door with a center punch. After placing the center punches, make a 3 mm (1/8 in) hole at every spot, then drill out each 3 mm hole to make it 11.5 mm (29/64 in). Wash all the exposed metal areas, coat them with an acceptable anti-corrosion primer and seal the hinge area with full-bodied caulk. Place the hinge on one side and the backing plate on the other side of the door, thread in the bolts and tighten them to 25 N.m (18 lb ft). Non-stick sealers should be used on the metal and all necessary panels and components should be refinished; after which, everything is reinstalled and adjusted correctly. Installation of new doors also requires the same steps: first remove all the door-related panels, clean off any old adhesive, sand the existing hinge and mark the spot. Punch the weld marks, use a 13 mm (1/2 in) rotabroach to drill through the bottom of the bed (2) and then detach the hinge. First, clean the surface of the pillar, deal with any issues, put on the service hinge and use center punches to find each stud location. First drill a pilot hole of 3 mm (1/8 in) and afterwards make a hole of 11.5 mm (29/64 in) for the studs. Clean the bare metal sections, treat them with anti-corrosion primer and insert fish wire (1), GM P/N 15017229, both through the hinge and the pillar. Take the stud (2), GM P/N 15017230 and insert it into the wire end, align it properly and finally mount it with the provided nuts GM P/N 11516746. Do the same for all the rest of the studs, remove the nuts, apply caulk under the hinges where they attach to the frame, connect the hinge (2) to the pillar (3) with the supplied nuts and tighten using 25 N.m (18 lb ft). Make surfaces clean and fit for refinishing, coat them with sealers and put back all the panels and components.

How to replace the rear side door hinge on Chevrolet Tahoe?

The first step to replace the rear side door hinge involves removing all panels while eliminating extra sealant from the current hinge before marking its location on the hinge pillar. Use 100 grit or finer sandpaper to smooth the existing hinge while finding its four pillar welds but avoid penetrating the door with the centers of punch marks. Drill holes through the hinge at each marked spot using a 13 mm rotabroach hole saw. Additional help can be provided through chiseling to detach the door from the hinge. Welded metal needs complete removal from the door plane to achieve a flat condition for the service hinge to fit. Repair all broken door sections before cleaning the mounting surface areas of the backing plate and installing the service hinge within scribe-marked areas. Drill 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot holes first and follow up with drilling 11.5 mm (29/64 in) holes for the studs at each correct door location marked by center punch. The process requires cleanups of each bare metal area followed by application of approved corrosion-fighting primer and complete application of full-bodied caulk onto the hinge mounting points for adequate sealing purposes. Secure the hinge to the pillar nuts at a torque of 25 N.m (18 lb ft) and then position the hinge alongside the backing plate through the door holes before finishing surfaces according to need and installing sealants followed by putting back all components. The procedure for bodyside hinge replacement involves panel removal before sealer elimination and existing hinge sanding and weld marking with a center punch. Drill through the hinge base only and finish by removing the hinge. Start by cleaning the pillar surface then position the service hinge followed by center punching the stud positions before drilling pilot holes and then drilling for the studs. The technician must clean bare metal surfaces first then apply anti-corrosion primer before installing the stud (GM P/N 15017230) into the hinge with fish wire (GM P/N 15017229). Install the hinge to the pillar using supplied nuts before tightening the stud with nuts (GM P/N 11516746) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) while cleaning surfaces for subsequent refinishing that includes application of sealers to be followed by reinstallation of all related panels and components.

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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Front Passenger Side Part Number: 20969646
$135.34 MSRP: $202.34
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- Other Name: Hinge, Front Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Front Lower Passenger Side
- Replaces: 15877406, 20876297, 25958197, 25854411
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-FLEX (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Upper Hinge, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 25854398
$70.74 MSRP: $105.29
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- Other Name: Hinge Assembly-Rear Side Door Upper; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Upper Passenger Side
- Replaces: 15791377
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-FLEX (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Upper Hinge, Front Driver Side Part Number: 25854415
$113.33 MSRP: $169.43
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge Assembly-Front Side Door Upper; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Front Upper Driver Side
- Replaces: 15877428
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-FLEX (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 20876301
$80.83 MSRP: $120.31
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- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower Passenger Side
- Replaces: 25958201, 25854394, 15791375
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-FLEX (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 20876300
$80.83 MSRP: $120.31
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- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower Driver Side
- Replaces: 25854393, 25958200
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-FLEX (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Upper Hinge, Front Passenger Side Part Number: 25854416
$114.86 MSRP: $171.72
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge Assembly-Front Side Door Upper; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Front Upper Passenger Side
- Replaces: 15877429
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe | Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-FLEX (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Hinge Assembly, Front Upper Driver Side Part Number: 19354136
$119.51 MSRP: $172.48
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- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Front Side Door Upper (Body Side); Door Hinge; Hinge Kit, Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Front Upper Driver Side
- Replaces: 15661957, 12475681, 88979800
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, Limited, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Front Part Number: 19354133
$168.88 MSRP: $252.48
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- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Front Side Door (Body Side); Door Hinge; Upper Hinge; Hinge; Hinge Kit, Door Hinge
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 12476448, 12477888, 12472842
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Hinge Assembly, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 19354130
$159.94 MSRP: $239.11
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- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Rear Side Door (Body Side); Door Hinge; Hinge; Hinge Kit, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Driver Side
- Replaces: 12476449
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Hinge Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: 19354134
$110.61 MSRP: $136.09
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- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge; Door Hinge
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 12475077, 88979795, 15562719
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, Limited, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Tahoe Hinge Assembly, Passenger Side Part Number: 12476452
$222.71 MSRP: $332.97
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- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Door Hinge; Hinge; Door Hinge
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Hinge Assembly, Driver Side Part Number: 19354125
$111.46 MSRP: $165.90
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Door Hinge; Door Hinge
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 12544717, 12475075
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, Limited, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Rear Part Number: 13581570
$62.66 MSRP: $93.27
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Upper Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | Commercial, High Country, LS, LT, PPV, Premier, RST, SSV, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 23396435
$36.25 MSRP: $53.96
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | Commercial, High Country, LS, LT, PPV, Premier, RST, SSV, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Upper Hinge, Rear Lower Part Number: 13581571
$62.66 MSRP: $93.27
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Lower Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | Commercial, High Country, LS, LT, PPV, Premier, RST, SSV, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Upper Hinge, Rear Driver Side Part Number: 23396437
$35.72 MSRP: $53.16
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge Assembly-Rear Side Door Upper; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Upper Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | Commercial, High Country, LS, LT, PPV, Premier, RST, SSV, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Rear Passenger Side Part Number: 23396436
$36.25 MSRP: $53.96
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2021-2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | Commercial, High Country, LS, LT, PPV, Premier, RST, SSV, Z71 | 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Lower Hinge, Rear Part Number: 13581568
$101.33 MSRP: $150.81
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Upper Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower
- Replaced by: 85644415
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe | LS, LT, LTZ, PPV, Premier, SSV | 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Upper Hinge, Rear Lower Part Number: 13581569
$97.27 MSRP: $144.78
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge, Rear Side Door Lower Hinge; Door Hinge; Lower Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge
- Position: Rear Lower
- Replaced by: 85644416
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe | LS, LT, LTZ, PPV, Premier, SSV | 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Tahoe Hinge Assembly, Passenger Side Part Number: 19354135
$111.52 MSRP: $165.98
You Save: $54.46 (33%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Hinge Kit, Door Hinge; Hinge, Door Hinge; Door Hinge
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 15562720, 12475078, 88979797
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | Base, Limited, LS, LT, Z71 | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.5 L DIESEL

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The Door Hinge is a crucial part that can be seen to have the qualities of the premier brand since it is involved in enhancing the smooth running of the Tahoe doors. This Door Hinge fastens the door to the vehicle frame whereby the door can easily open and close which is safety and convenient. An efficiently working Door Hinge is significant for the Chevrolet Tahoe as it provides the car structural support and alignment problems of this part may affect the efficiency of the car. Available for Tahoe Models across the 5 generations, the Door Hinge is made to provide durability into the functionality of the car as well as its safety. It is advised that lubrication is done as often as possible because it helps in increasing the lifespan of the Door Hinge and also became of wear and tear. The Chevrolet Tahoe has nice powerful view and large size, it started from 1994 and the latest models of this car has powerful and new technology. It is strongly exercising stiffness and resistant engineering work so the Door Hinge is considered to be very special for the car and its reliability. Therefore, the Chevrolet Tahoe still retains the title as an ideal car for families and working individuals since it provides performance, safety, and flexibility in ways that other vehicles cannot. This Door Hinge is not reserved as just an ordinary working component; instead, it is the perfect representation of Chevrolet vehicles.

Chevrolet Tahoe Door Hinge Parts and Q&A

Lower Hinge, Driver Side
12472843
Q: How to replace the front side door hinge on Chevrolet Tahoe?
A:
The first step is to remove all parts connected to the front side door and mark the area around the current hinge on the hinge pillar and only after that remove any excess adhesive there. Run the sandpaper across the hinge by hand to find the four spots that attach it to the pillar and then puncture the center of each of these spots to prepare for effective drilling. Make a center punch on each one of the four old weld marks, but do not drill into the door (1). Use a 13 mm rotabroach hole saw or its alternative to cut through the hinge base (2) at each position, then chisel away the hinge if it is stuck. Wash the area around the door to allow for a right fit of the hinge and then mend all the damage done while removing it. Get the hinge mounting areas of the backing plates ready, fit the hinge onto the scribed marks and carefully mark each hole location on the door with a center punch. After placing the center punches, make a 3 mm (1/8 in) hole at every spot, then drill out each 3 mm hole to make it 11.5 mm (29/64 in). Wash all the exposed metal areas, coat them with an acceptable anti-corrosion primer and seal the hinge area with full-bodied caulk. Place the hinge on one side and the backing plate on the other side of the door, thread in the bolts and tighten them to 25 N.m (18 lb ft). Non-stick sealers should be used on the metal and all necessary panels and components should be refinished; after which, everything is reinstalled and adjusted correctly. Installation of new doors also requires the same steps: first remove all the door-related panels, clean off any old adhesive, sand the existing hinge and mark the spot. Punch the weld marks, use a 13 mm (1/2 in) rotabroach to drill through the bottom of the bed (2) and then detach the hinge. First, clean the surface of the pillar, deal with any issues, put on the service hinge and use center punches to find each stud location. First drill a pilot hole of 3 mm (1/8 in) and afterwards make a hole of 11.5 mm (29/64 in) for the studs. Clean the bare metal sections, treat them with anti-corrosion primer and insert fish wire (1), GM P/N 15017229, both through the hinge and the pillar. Take the stud (2), GM P/N 15017230 and insert it into the wire end, align it properly and finally mount it with the provided nuts GM P/N 11516746. Do the same for all the rest of the studs, remove the nuts, apply caulk under the hinges where they attach to the frame, connect the hinge (2) to the pillar (3) with the supplied nuts and tighten using 25 N.m (18 lb ft). Make surfaces clean and fit for refinishing, coat them with sealers and put back all the panels and components.
Hinge Assembly, Rear Passenger Side
19354131
Q: How to replace the rear side door hinge on Chevrolet Tahoe?
A:
The first step to replace the rear side door hinge involves removing all panels while eliminating extra sealant from the current hinge before marking its location on the hinge pillar. Use 100 grit or finer sandpaper to smooth the existing hinge while finding its four pillar welds but avoid penetrating the door with the centers of punch marks. Drill holes through the hinge at each marked spot using a 13 mm rotabroach hole saw. Additional help can be provided through chiseling to detach the door from the hinge. Welded metal needs complete removal from the door plane to achieve a flat condition for the service hinge to fit. Repair all broken door sections before cleaning the mounting surface areas of the backing plate and installing the service hinge within scribe-marked areas. Drill 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot holes first and follow up with drilling 11.5 mm (29/64 in) holes for the studs at each correct door location marked by center punch. The process requires cleanups of each bare metal area followed by application of approved corrosion-fighting primer and complete application of full-bodied caulk onto the hinge mounting points for adequate sealing purposes. Secure the hinge to the pillar nuts at a torque of 25 N.m (18 lb ft) and then position the hinge alongside the backing plate through the door holes before finishing surfaces according to need and installing sealants followed by putting back all components. The procedure for bodyside hinge replacement involves panel removal before sealer elimination and existing hinge sanding and weld marking with a center punch. Drill through the hinge base only and finish by removing the hinge. Start by cleaning the pillar surface then position the service hinge followed by center punching the stud positions before drilling pilot holes and then drilling for the studs. The technician must clean bare metal surfaces first then apply anti-corrosion primer before installing the stud (GM P/N 15017230) into the hinge with fish wire (GM P/N 15017229). Install the hinge to the pillar using supplied nuts before tightening the stud with nuts (GM P/N 11516746) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft) while cleaning surfaces for subsequent refinishing that includes application of sealers to be followed by reinstallation of all related panels and components.