Front Door Striker: Adjustments

Front Side Door Lock Striker Adjustment





Note: To determine if the striker adjustment is required, proceed as follows.

1. Ensure that the door is properly aligned with the door opening before proceeding with the striker adjustment.
2. Open and close the door on the striker (2). Note if the door drags on the striker causing the door to move upward or downward upon contact with the striker. Also note the closing effort to fully engage the latch.





Note: When the striker bolts have been removed, the striker anchor plate (1) will slip down in the door pillar or quarter panel and the trim will need to be removed to gain access.

3. Using a soft marker, mark around the striker (2) for reference of the original position. Loosen the striker screws just enough to allow the movement of the door striker and shims if equipped.





Note: The striker plate in relation to the welded portion of the bendable link is located on the back side of the lock pillar. When adjusting the striker use a rubber mallet or a suitable tool. Use a rubber mallet or a suitable tool to aid in the adjustment, this will not damage the striker plate.

4. Use a rubber mallet or a suitable tool to adjust door striker up or down or inboard or outboard as required.
5. Move the striker to eliminate drag on the striker and door latch and to achieve proper door position within door opening. Start with up/down position, then position the striker to achieve proper alignment to the door opening. Set the in/out adjustment for proper door seal engagement ensuring that the door closing efforts are correct.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

6. Adjust the spacers as required and tighten the screws to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
7. Inspect the door latch system for proper operation.
8. Close the door.