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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2000 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Door Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front side door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 378873 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from all components in door.
  4. Remove the wiring harness grommet (3) from door (1).
  5. Remove the crosscar and front side door wiring harness from door.
  6. Support the door in preparation for the door removal.
  7. Remove the upper (2) and the lower hinge nuts (4).
  8. With the aid of an assistant, remove the door from vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 378873 Size: SH
  1. With the aid of an assistant, install the door to the upper and lower hinges.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the upper (2) and lower hinge nuts (4).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Install the crosscar and the front side door wiring harness to the door.
  4. Install the wiring harness grommet (3) to the door (1).
  5. Connect the electrical connectors to all components in the door.
  6. Install the water deflector. Refer to Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  7. Install the front side door trim panel. Refer to Door Trim Panel Replacement .