Captiva

Rear Side Door Upper Hinge and Lower Hinge Replacement

Warning : In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.




1. Mark around the hinge location with a soft marker for installation alignment purposes.
2. Support the door.
3. With the door fully latched on the striker, remove the hinge to door bolts.
4. Remove the hinge to body bolts and remove the hinges one at a time.

1. Position the hinge to the vehicle with the marks made prior to removal.

Caution : Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the hinge to door bolts. Tighten the fasteners to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

Caution : Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Install the hinge to body bolts. Tighten the fasteners to 36 N·m (27 lb ft).
4. Inspect the door for proper alignment. Refer to Rear Side Door Adjustment .