41 00... Body Gap Dimensions

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

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

For door gaps, the maximum deviation between the front and rear door gaps must be 1.0 mm.

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

Dimensions in mm 

Fig 1: Hood, Front Fender And Front Pillar Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Dimension "a" increases in size in direction of travel from 0.8 mm at the front to 2.2 ± 1.6 mm.

Fig 2: Sunroof Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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1. Side wall, front
2. Front door
3. Trim panel for entrance
Fig 3: Front Fender, Front Door And Sill Trim Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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1. Front door
2. Rear door
3. Rear side wall
4. Trim panel for entrance
Fig 4: Front Door, Rear Door, Quarter Panel And Sill Trim Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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1. Roof outer shell
2. Rear spoiler
3. Rear side wall
4. Rear window
5. Rear lid
6. Panel, bumper, rear
Fig 5: Roof, Rear Spoiler, Quarter Panel, Rear Glass, Rear Lid And Rear Bumper Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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