Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual: Front Side Door Upper & Lower Hinge
Removal
| Replace only one hinge at a time. |
| 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
| 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. |
Position 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 Front side door upper & lower hinges
Removal
1.
Remove panels and components.
2.
Remove front side door outside handle
screws (1), Fig. 1.
3.
Di ...
Removal
1.
Remove fuel filler pocket.
2.
Apply tape around fuel filler area
to protect paint.
3.
Use a dril ...
See also:
Chevrolet Cobalt Owners Manual. Braking
See Brake System Warning Light.
Braking action involves perception time and reaction
time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception
time. Actually doing it is reaction time.
Average reaction time is about three-fourths of a
second. But that is only an average. It might be less
with one d ...
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