Front Door: Adjustments

Door Adjustment

Tools Required

J 29843-9 Torx Door Striker-T47

Removal Procedure





Important: Perform this procedure only when bolt-on service replacement hinges are installed.


1. Remove the striker bolt (3). Use the J 29843-9 .
2. Loosen the door hinge to the body side pillar bolts.
3. Adjust the door up or down, fore and aft, and in or out at the door hinges.




4. Adjust the gap between the rocker panel and the door 6 mm (0.24 in).
5. Adjust the gap between the door and the roof panel 6 mm (0.24 in).




6. Adjust the gap between the rear of the door and the rear pillar 3-5 mm (0.12-0.18 in).




7. Adjust the gap between the door and the fender to 17.5-20.5 mm (0.69-0.81 in).
8. Adjust the door surfaces flush with other panels -1 mm (-0.03 in).





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

9. Tighten the door hinge nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the striker bolt (1).
2. Adjust the striker bolt in order to engage the door lock.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Tighten the striker bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).