Front Door: Adjustments
Door Position and Door Striker AdjustmentNOTE:
- After installing the door, check for a flush fit with the body, then check for equal gaps between the front, rear, and bottom door edges and the body Check that the door and body edges are parallel.
- Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface when adjusting the door.
- Place a shop towel on the jack to prevent damage to the door when holding the door
1. Slightly loosen the striker mounting screws (A).
2. Adjust the door alignment in this sequence:
- Adjust at the hinges (B):
- Loosen the door mounting bolts (C) slightly, and move the door in or out until it's flush with the body
- Remove the front inner fender, then slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts (D), and move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps.
- Turn the door cushions (E), as necessary, to make the rear of the door flush with the body
3. Make sure the door and body edges are parallel, and the door is flush with the body. Tighten the door and hinge mounting bolts, and recheck.
4. Adjust the striker (F):
- Move the striker in or out to make the latch fit tighter or looser.
- Move the striker up or down to align it with the latch opening.
5. Make sure the door latches properly. Tighten the striker mounting screws, and recheck
6. Apply multipurpose grease to the pivot portions of the hinges (A) indicated by the arrows.
7. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge and door mounting bolts, and around the hinges.
8. Check for water leaks.
9. Test-drive and check for wind noise.