Adjust Door

Attention:

Do not damage adjoining body components.

Minor corrections through straightening work are permitted if the existing range of adjustments are not sufficient.

NOTE: Observe gap dimensions; refer to GAP DIMENSIONS, BODY . The door must be provided with all add-on parts for correct adjustment. Adjust screwed body components from rear to front. The following illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

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Loosen striker and remove, If necessary.

Slacken screws for hinge (2) on door until door can still just be moved.

Front door locks tightening torque: refer to FRONT DOOR LOCKS .

Rear door locks tightening torque: refer to DOOR LOCKS, REAR .

If adjustment range is not sufficient, slacken screws for hinges (1) on body.

NOTE: Screw connections only accessible from inside.

Front door tightening torque: refer to FRONT DOOR LOCKS .

Rear door tightening torque: refer to DOOR LOCKS, REAR .

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

NOTE: Height adjustment of door must not be influenced by striker.
When the door is closed, the striker must not touch or scrape against the door lock. Look out for scratch marks.

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Tighten down screws (1) until striker can still just be moved.

Move striker sideways in order to adjust transition between door and adjoining bodywork parts.

Tightening torque: refer to ADJUST DOOR .

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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).

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Tighten all bolts to specified torque; refer to the appropriate service information.
Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.
If necessary, adjust front door.