my door wont stay open like its supposed to--something in the hinge maybe?

2000 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
85,000 MILES
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SUGAREE53
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when i open my door it wont stay in the open position
Nov 3, 2011 at 10:24 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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There is an arm that slides in and out of the door frame. It is made to hold it in one of three positions. check to make sure it is attached and not broken.
Nov 3, 2011 at 10:30 PM
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SUGAREE53
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I guess its broken--I live in a very windy area and the wind sometimes slams it open--is it easy to fix?
Nov 3, 2011 at 10:32 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It takes a little time. You will most likely need to get the part from a salvage yard.
Nov 3, 2011 at 10:35 PM
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