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Front Door Striker: Adjustments



Door Lock Striker Adjustment (Impala)

Tools Required

J 39346-A Mini-Wedge Door Striker Aligner

Important: Properly align the door before adjusting the striker.

1. Open the door.




2. Loosen the door striker screws just enough to allow movement of the door striker.
3. Install the J 39346-A.

Important: Do not slam the door.

4. Close the door while holding the outside handle in the open position.
5. Open the door.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

6. Tighten the door lock striker screws.

Tighten the door striker screws to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

7. Remove the J 39346-A.
8. Close the door.