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

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Fig. 27: View Of Rear Side Door Hinge Components 
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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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2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis 

Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

  

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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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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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Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

  

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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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