Dorman - HELP Door Hinge Pin P/N:38433
Put tension back at the front upper door hinge with the Dorman - HELP Door Hinge Spring, part number 38436, designed to help hold the door in its open position. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500, 1988-1999 Chevrolet K1500 and 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Signs this spring may need replacing include a door that won't stay open, a door that swings shut on its own, or a hinge spring that is broken or missing. If a worn or missing hinge spring is the cause, this part replaces it. Diagnose the cause before replacing. Because hinge springs install under tension, follow the vehicle service procedure and use the proper tools.
Interchange: 15591898 · 16622460 · 88891766 · 384362
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What does a door hinge spring do?
It applies spring tension at the door hinge to help hold the door in its open position. Dorman - HELP 38436 is cataloged for the front upper hinge location.
Which vehicles does Dorman 38436 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1988-1999 Chevrolet C1500, 1988-1999 Chevrolet K1500 and 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for your vehicle.
What are signs the door hinge spring may need replacing?
Signs include a door that won't stay open, a door that swings shut on its own, or a spring that is visibly broken or missing. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
Is this a direct replacement for the original spring?
Yes. It is engineered to drop in like the original spring on the listed applications, at the front upper door hinge position.
Is the door hinge spring difficult to install?
Hinge springs install under tension. Follow the vehicle service procedure and use the proper tools to compress and seat the spring safely.
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