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Front Door: Adjustments



Door Adjustment - Front

Tools Required

BO-46833 Door Hinge Setting Tool


Removal Procedure





1. Open the front door.

Important: Adjust the doors with the striker assembly removed. The striker assembly should only be fitted once satisfactory alignment is achieved. They must not be used to pull the door into the correct position.


2. Remove the door striker. Refer to Striker Replacement - Door (Service and Repair) .
3. Adjust the front door hinges by slightly bending the front door hinge (1). Using the BO-46833 , noting the following:

* Take care when adjusting the doors not to misalign the hinge pins. Any significant misalignment will cause the pins to shear when the door is opened or closed.
* Excessive bending or levering of the window frame will cause damage.
* Final adjustment must take place when all the door components and seals are installed.