Body/Trim: - Door hinge removal

vlv240 · May 1st, 2011, 18:02

I need to replace the lower door hinge on the front left side door (driver's in my case as it is a LHD).
I would appreciate very much if someone would make a tutorial or how to (step by step).
I realized that the upper plastic trim - over the sill and the other plastic panel located in the left side of the pedals must be removed.
On that side is also the fuse box. I suppose I have to take off that one too. Any thing else?

Thanks

minesa240x3 · May 1st, 2011, 23:56

Hi VLV I haven't had to do this job myself!Although I should as the drivers door is a pain when it won't stay open.
Apparently you can use a rear door hinge to replace the front one.The rear hinges get a lot less use on most cars so aren't as worn.
Hopefully someone who has done this or indeed breaks them regularly will be along soon.A write up would be very useful.Maybe it could go into the technical section with all the other useful posts.
Regards Brian.

vlv240 · May 2nd, 2011, 05:57

OK Brian.
Thanks

Best regards,

Vic.

Mike_Brace · May 2nd, 2011, 13:15

OK guys I can take a hint. Changed my driver's door hinghe this morning so will post a write-up later.

Mike

minesa240x3 · May 2nd, 2011, 13:58

Well done Mike I guessed you would have a few pointers.Whats it like having Royal nieghbours?Have they been round for a coffee and chat yet?
We will have to start calling you Sir next Lol.
Regards Brian.

vlv240 · May 2nd, 2011, 18:48

Excellent Mike.
Many thanks!

May 1st, 2011, 18:02	#1
vlv240 Renault addict Last Online: Aug 15th, 2013 11:02 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brasov - Romania View Photos By: vlv240	Door hinge removal I need to replace the lower door hinge on the front left side door (driver's in my case as it is a LHD). I would appreciate very much if someone would make a tutorial or how to (step by step). I realized that the upper plastic trim - over the sill and the other plastic panel located in the left side of the pedals must be removed. On that side is also the fuse box. I suppose I have to take off that one too. Any thing else? Thanks __________________ & 1986 240 Dl Saloon LHD since '93

May 2nd, 2011, 05:57	#3
vlv240 Renault addict Last Online: Aug 15th, 2013 11:02 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brasov - Romania View Photos By: vlv240	OK Brian. Thanks Best regards, Vic. __________________ & 1986 240 Dl Saloon LHD since '93

May 2nd, 2011, 13:15	#4
Mike_Brace Former contributor Last Online: May 15th, 2024 09:52 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rhosgoch, Anglesey	OK guys I can take a hint. Changed my driver's door hinghe this morning so will post a write-up later. Mike __________________ A Volvo is for life not just for Christmas!

May 2nd, 2011, 18:48	#6
vlv240 Renault addict Last Online: Aug 15th, 2013 11:02 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brasov - Romania View Photos By: vlv240	Excellent Mike. Many thanks! __________________ & 1986 240 Dl Saloon LHD since '93

May 1st, 2011, 23:56	#2
minesa240x3 loyalty Last Online: Jul 28th, 2022 19:16 Join Date: May 2006 Location: faraway View Photos By: minesa240x3	Hi VLV I haven't had to do this job myself!Although I should as the drivers door is a pain when it won't stay open. Apparently you can use a rear door hinge to replace the front one.The rear hinges get a lot less use on most cars so aren't as worn. Hopefully someone who has done this or indeed breaks them regularly will be along soon.A write up would be very useful.Maybe it could go into the technical section with all the other useful posts. Regards Brian.

May 2nd, 2011, 13:58	#5
minesa240x3 loyalty Last Online: Jul 28th, 2022 19:16 Join Date: May 2006 Location: faraway View Photos By: minesa240x3	Well done Mike I guessed you would have a few pointers.Whats it like having Royal nieghbours?Have they been round for a coffee and chat yet? We will have to start calling you Sir next Lol. Regards Brian.

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