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Hinge Adjustment - Door

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    NOTE: The hinge holes are enlarged or elongated to provide for hinge and door alignment.
  1. Loosen the hinge bolts enough to permit movement of the door.
  2. Move the door to the desired fit.
  3. NOTE: The front body side cargo door hinges are shown in Fig 1; all other door hinges are similar.
    Fig 1: Tightening Hinge Bolts
    G03890660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Tighten the hinge bolts and check the door for proper fit.
  5. Repeat if necessary.
  6. Lubricate the door hinges, using Multi-Purpose Grease D7AZ-19584-AA or DOAZ-19584-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specifications ESR-M1C159-A and ESB-M1C106-B or ESR-M1C159-A and ESB-M1C93-B.