41 00... Body Gap Dimensions

The dimensions specified in this information 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: Front Fender, Front Pillar, Headlamp And Hood Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 2: Hood And Front Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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

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

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1. Cover, sill

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 Trim Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 6: Roof, Spoiler, Tailgate, Tail Lamps, Rear Bumper And Quarter Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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1. Outer skin on roof
2. Rear spoiler
3. Rear lid, top
4. Rear lid, bottom
5. Rear side panel
6. Rear lid, top/bottom
7. Panel, bumper, rear

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

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

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