41 51 004 Adjusting Front Left Or Right Door

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NOTE: The 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 Screws On Door Hinges At Top And Bottom

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

Adjust door according to specified gap dimension.

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

After adjustment, tighten hinge screws and nuts.

Tightening torque: see 2AZ in 41 51 FRONT DOORS

Tightening torque: see 3AZ in 41 51 FRONT DOORS

Fig 2: Adjoining Body Parts

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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: Adjusting Lock Striker

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After Installation note:

If the hinge is slackened on the body side, the area of the hinge must be sealed in a u-shape with sealant (1).

Fig 4: [other language]

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