41 51 004 Adjusting Front Left Or Right Door: Notes

NOTE: The, see BODY GAP DIMENSIONS serve as the basis for adjustment work.

Adjust screwed body parts from rear to front.

Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges. Touch these up in the appropriate color.

NOTE: The following illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

Fig 1: Adjusting Door

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Slacken screws (1) and (2) on the door hinges to be adjusted at the top and bottom.

Adjust door according to specified, see BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

Check that adjoining body parts are flush in terms of height and correct if necessary.

After adjustment, tighten hinge screws and nuts.

Tightening torque 20 Nm.

Tightening torque 46 Nm.

Fig 2: Door Mark

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NOTE: If necessary, adjust lock striker.

Slacken screws (1), adjust lock striker and tighten screws.

NOTE: Adjust lock striker approx. 90° in relation to door frame inside edge (2).
When the door is closed, the lock striker must not touch or scrape against the door lock. Look out for scratches.

Fig 3: Lock Striker With Adjusting Angle

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