41 00... Body Gap Dimensions

The dimensions specified in these instructions 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.

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 Bumper, Hood, Headlamp And Front Fender Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 2: Front Fender, Front Door, Quarter Panel And Side Member Cover Trim Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Dimension (a) is increased in the rearward direction to 2.7

Dimension (b) 5.0 is reduced from door center in the rearward direction to 0±1.3

Fig 3: Trunk Lid, Soft Top Compartment Lid, Quarter Panel And Rear Bumper Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 4: Windshield, Front Roof Shell, Front Roof Seal And Rear Roof Seal Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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Fig 5: Front Roof Shell, Rear Roof Shell, Back Glass, Trim Strip And Back Glass Cavity Cover Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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