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(2) When the pin (1) cannot be driven out of the hinge blade (2), remove the hinge blade from the door by
cutting or chiseling the fasteners (3).
(a) Cut the hinge pin above and below the hinge blade.
(b) Remove the hinge blade. Apply penetrating oil and drive the hinge pin out of the blade with a
hammer and punch.
(c) Remove the damaged bushing (4) from the hinge blade (2) and clean the hinge pin hole in the
hinge blade.
(3) Lubricate the hinge pin hole in the blade (2) and install replacement bushing in the hinge blade.
(4) Fit the hinge blade (2) into the corner post cutout (4) and insert the replacement pin (1).
(5) Fasten the hinge blade (2) to the door.
(6) Clean, mask, prime and top coat the repaired area.
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