Hinge Adjustment - Front Door All, Crew Cab and Excursion, Rear Door

NOTE: Before carrying out the hinge adjustment, refer to STRIKER PRE-ADJUSTMENT INSPECTION .

NOTE: The following procedure is for carrying out fore, aft, up, down and tilt adjustments.

NOTE: The driver door is shown, the passenger door, and rear doors on Crew Cab and Excursion are similar.

Fig 1: Loosening Hinge Bolts On Body

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Loosen the hinge bolts on the body only enough to allow for slight door movement.
Close and adjust the door until door gaps are uniform and the door is correctly aligned with bodylines on the adjacent panels.

Fig 2: Adjusting Door Gaps
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Tighten the bolts.

Fig 3: Tightening Bolts
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Re-install and adjust the door striker. Refer to STRIKER ADJUSTMENT .
Check the door for correct operation and alignment.