41 00... Body Gap Dimensions

The dimensions specified in this document are applicable at an object temperature of 20 °C. The aim of adjustment is to achieve a uniform join.

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: Headlamp, Hood, Front Fender And Front Pillar Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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1. Front lid
2. Side wall, front
   Fig 2: Hood And Front Bumper Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 3: Front Moonroof Panel And Rear Moonroof Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 4: Front Fender, Front Door, Rear Door Quarter Panel And Rocker Trim Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Only on version with aluminum running board: 

Dimension a = 7.0±0.6 mm

1. Rear door
2. Trim, wheel arch, rear
   Fig 5: Rear Door And Rear Wheel Arch Cover Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 6: Roof, Tailgate, Rear Bumper Body Gap Dimensions

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1. Rear side panel
2. Rear spoiler
   Fig 7: Quarter Panel And Tailgate Spoiler Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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1. Rear window
2. Rear side panel
   Fig 8: Quarter Glass And Quarter Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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