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Front Door: Adjustments

DOOR ALIGNMENT

NOTE: The door should be adjusted for even and parallel fit with the body opening and surrounding panels as well as making sure the anti-chuck pin is not binding on convertible models.

1. Mark the position of the front door hinges to the front door to use as reference points.







2. Loosen the 4 front door hinge-to-front door bolts enough to permit movement.







3. Adjust the front door alignment to specification.

4. NOTE: After aligning the door, verify the door can be closed easily and fits tightly.

Tighten the 4 front door hinge-to-front door bolts.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).