Tools Required

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See Special Tools and Equipment .

Adjustment Procedure

Using the J 29843-9 removing the striker bolt. See Special Tools and Equipment .
Loosen the door hinge to the body side pillar bolts.

Fig 1: Adjusting Rear Door

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Adjust the door at the hinges in the following directions:
- Upward or downward
- Forward or rearward
Adjust the gap between the rocker panel and the door.
Adjust the gap between the door glass and the roof panel to 4.0-8.0 mm (0.16-0.31 in).
Adjust the gap between the rear of the door and the rear pillar to 3.0-7.0 mm (0.12-0.28 in).
Adjust the door so that the door surfaces are flush with the other panels within 1.0 mm (0.04 in).

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Tighten the hinge bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the door striker bolt.
Adjust the bolt in order to properly engage the door lock.

Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).