Thinking of replacing my rear passenger door?

2021 FORD EDGE
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Hello,

I was thinking of replacing my rear passenger door that was a dent with one from a local salvage yard. If I remove the door, what torque do I use to stay the new door (intending on leaving existing hinges on the body, just swapping the actual door)?

Thank you
Aug 21, 2026 at 7:17 AM
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Yep, sounds fun, you will need to open up both door with the door panel removed to undo and then feed the wiring harness into the door FYI.

I would do it this way:

1. Support the original door securely with a door jack or a helper before removing anything.
2. Disconnect the door electrical connector.
3. Remove the check-arm bolt.
4. Remove the hinge/pivot bolts while leaving the body-side hinges undisturbed.
5. Position the salvage door on the existing hinges and start all hinge bolts by hand.
6. Check the body lines and gaps before final tightening.
7. Torque the hinge bolts to 22 lb-ft (30 Nm) and the check arm to 18 lb-ft (25 Nm).
8. Slowly close the door the first time and make sure the latch approaches the striker correctly before allowing it to close completely.


Let me know if you get stuck, I can help walk you through the repair. Have a nice weekend!
Aug 22, 2026 at 8:47 AM
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