Lock Striker Adjustment - Door

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora and 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 39346-A Mini-Wedge Door Striker Aligner

WARNING: Striker alignment is crucial for proper operation of the door systems. Do not hit the striker with a hammer or force alignment in any other way. Failure to properly adjust striker will result in excessive door efforts or extensive damage to door system operation which could result in personal injury.

Loosen the 2 mini-wedge striker fasteners (1).
Pull the striker outboard to the end of the adjustment travel.
Tighten the 2 striker fasteners so that the striker can still be moved.

Fig 1: Locating Door Striker Fasteners
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Place the J 39346-A over the striker.

Fig 2: Identifying J 39346-A

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Hold the outside door handle out and gently push the door flush against the body in order to locate the striker.
Slowly open the door.
Remove the J 39346-A .
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Secure the striker assembly.
Tighten

Tighten the striker fasteners to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
After adjusting the striker, touch up any exposed or unpainted surfaces.