Dorman 38402 Door Hinge Pin and Bushing Kit - Front, Front Upper, Rear or Rear Upper

Dorman 38402 Door Hinge Pin and Bushing Kit

Dorman 38402 is a specific-fit door hinge pin and bushing kit for restoring door alignment and hinge function on select GM vehicles. Built with a steel pin and copper bushings, it is engineered to replace worn hinge components that can cause sagging doors, poor latch engagement, and uneven panel gaps.

Key Features

• Specific-fit door hinge pin and bushing kit for select applications
• Steel pin construction for hinge support and wear resistance
• Copper bushings sized to match original hinge dimensions
• Designed to restore door alignment and smooth opening and closing
• Direct replacement for Dorman - HELP 38402
• Cross-references 20043351 and TAI-GMHK02 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Dorman door hinge pin and bushing kit is built to match the original hardware used on compatible vehicles, helping restore proper door fit and hinge movement. The pin measures 0.342 in diameter and 3.863 in length, while the bushings are sized with 0.345 in and 0.377 in inside diameters to match the specified hinge design. The kit is intended for front, rear, front upper, and rear upper hinge positions depending on the vehicle application. It is a practical replacement for worn hinge components on models such as Buick Century, Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, Chevrolet Cavalier, and Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera.

For buyers searching for a door hinge pin and bushing kit for 1980s and 1990s GM cars, Dorman 38402 provides an OE-style repair path for hinge wear and door sag. It is also a relevant choice for searches such as door hinge repair for Buick Skylark, Pontiac Sunbird, Chevrolet Celebrity, and Cadillac Cimarron.

What It Helps Fix

• Door sagging at the hinge side
• Loose or worn hinge movement
• Poor door alignment and uneven gaps
• Hard-to-close doors caused by hinge wear
• Latch misalignment related to hinge play

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the hinge position and vehicle application before installation. Compare the original pin and bushing dimensions to the replacement parts to confirm match-up. Inspect the hinge for excessive wear or damage before installing the new components, and service one hinge at a time to help maintain door alignment during repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this kit as a direct replacement for the original hinge hardware required to restore door function on specified vehicles. The steel pin and copper bushings are selected for dependable service in a high-wear hinge location.