41 00... Body Gap Dimensions

Symmetry of the gaps between left and right sides of the vehicle has top priority.

The door gaps must not deviate between the front and rear gap by more than 1.0 mm.

No gap dimension are specified for components which cannot be adjusted.

Dimensions in mm 

Fig 1: Hood, Front Fender, Front Bumper, Headlamps, Front Door And Door Sill Trim Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Dimension (a) 0.8 ± 1.0 is reduced in the rearward direction of travel to 1.8 ± 1.0

Fig 2: Front Fender, Front Door, Quarter Panel And Sidemember Trim Cover Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 3: Quarter Panel, Trunk Lid, Tail Lamps And Rear Bumper Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 4: Quarter Panel, Convertible Top Compartment Cover, Trunk Lid And Convertible Top Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 5: Convertible Top And Windshield Header Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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