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How do i remove the fender panel to tighten the driver's side door hinge on a 1994 Ford F250? when I open the door the door drops down a bit, so I assume they're just loose and it's not an issue with the bushings, but I can't get at the hinges from just opening the door, I think the panel needs to be removed. I've never worked with body panels before, though. Can this just unbolt?

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It's usually the window winder that presents the problem . Remove all visable retaining screws ie; Grab handle , Internal door opening lever , Button on top of panel (if applicable ) etc . The majority panel are a pop snap on type . Remove the winder lever withthe aid of a shoe lace or thin piece of cloth material, The winder is retained by a horse-shoe shaped spring clip. .... Pull the shoe-lace/ material in the opposite direction of the winder retainer clip and it will easily come off, but it is a spring clip and may fly off so be careful. Good luck

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