Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual: Rear Side Door Upper & Lower Hinge
Removal
| Replace only one hinge at a
time. Striker alignment is a crucial component of door latch operation.
Do not use door striker to adjust door to vehicle. Failure to properly adjust
striker can result in damage to door latch and striker. |
| 1. |
Remove hinge to hinge pillar bolts
(1) or (4), Fig. 1. |
| 2. |
Remove hinge to door frame bolts (2)
or (5). |
| 3. |
Remove hinge (3) or (6). |
|
Installation
| Replace only one hinge at a
time. Striker alignment is a crucial component of door latch operation.
Do not use door striker to adjust door to vehicle. Failure to properly adjust
striker can result in damage to door latch and striker. |
| 1. |
Install hinge (3) or (6), Fig.
1. |
| 2. |
Install hinge to hinge pillar bolts
(1) or (4). Torque to 26 ft. lbs. |
| 3. |
Install hinge to door frame bolts (2)
or (5). Torque to 18 ft. lbs. |
| 4. |
Inspect door for proper alignment,
adjust as required. |
|
Fig. 1 Rear side door upper & lower hinges
Removal
1.
Remove interior trim panel.
2.
Remove water deflector.
3.
Remove rear side door outside handle
s ...
Removal
1.
Release push-pins (1) from wheel liner
using a flat-bladed tool, Fig. 1.
2.
Remove rear wheel liner nuts (2).
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See also:
Chevrolet Cobalt Owners Manual. Winter Driving
Driving on Snow or Ice
Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the
tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice
can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain
begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads c ...
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