| Subject: | Side Cargo Door Binds (Replace Hinge Pins and Bushings) | 
| Models: | 1996-2002 Chevrolet Express Van Models | 
| 1996-2002 GMC Savana Van Models | 
| Built Prior to April 16, 2002 | 
This bulletin is being revised to add information to the labor time column of the warranty table. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 02-08-64-012 (Section 08 -- Body and Accessories).
Some customers may comment that the side cargo (60/40) doors are hard to open or stiff.
The hinge pins may be corroded.
Replace the hinge pins and bushings following the instructions in the tool kit.
Part Number  | Description  | Quantity  | 
|---|---|---|
88944360  | Hinge Pin Kit  | One Kit per Hinge  | 
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
To order the Hinge Pin Removal Tool Kit, call Kent Moore at 1-800-GMTOOLS and order J 41226 and J 41226-50.
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation  | Description  | Labor Time  | 
|---|---|---|
B4812  | Bushings and Pins, Hinge (Side Cargo Door) - Replace  | 2.6 hrs (for all four hinges)  | 
Add  | Body Side Molding Removal  | 0.3 hr  |