Striker Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before adjusting the door latch striker plate, verify that the door can be closed easily and fits tightly.

Loosen the door latch striker bolts.

Fig 1: Locating Door Latch Striker Plate Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Reposition the door latch striker plate from side-to-side or up and down as necessary.
Tighten the door latch striker plate bolts.
- Tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
Fig 2: Locating Door Latch Striker Plate Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Check the adjustment of the door. For additional information, refer to BODY REPAIRS .
- Repeat the procedure as necessary.