Rear Door: Adjustments

Rear Door Adjustment

Use this procedure only when bolt-on service replacement hinges are installed.

Tools Required

J 29843-9 TORX(R) Bit (Bit Size T47)


Adjustment Procedure
1. Using the J 29843-9, remove the striker bolt.
2. Loosen the door hinge to the body side pillar bolts.




3. Adjust the door at the hinges in the following directions:

* Upward or downward
* Forward or rearward
* Inward or outward

4. Adjust the gap between the rocker panel and the door.
5. Adjust the gap between the door and the roof panel to 4.0-8.0 mm (0.16-0.31 in).
6. Adjust the gap between the rear of the door and the rear pillar to 3.0-7.0 mm (0.12-0.28 in).
7. Adjust the gap between the door and the fender.
8. Adjust the door so that the door surfaces are flush with the other panels within 1.0 mm (0.04 in).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

9. Tighten the hinge bolts.

Tighten the hinge bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

10. Install the door striker bolt.
Adjust the bolt in order to properly engage the door lock.

Tighten the door striker bolt to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).