Door Adjustment - Front

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: LH door shown, RH door similar.

NOTE: Make sure the rear door is within specifications before making any adjustments to the front door. For additional information, refer to BODY REPAIRS .

Remove the front fender. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
Mark the position of the front door hinges to use as a reference point.
Loosen the 2 front door lower hinge-to-body bolts just enough to permit movement.

Fig 1: Locating Front Door Lower Hinge-To-Body Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Loosen the 2 front door upper hinge-to-body bolts just enough to permit movement.

Fig 2: Locating Front Door Upper Hinge-To-Body Bolts

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Loosen the front door upper hinge locator pin nut just enough to permit movement.

Fig 3: Locating Front Door Upper Hinge Locator Pin Nut

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Adjust the front door to specifications. For additional information, refer to BODY REPAIRS .
Tighten the front door upper hinge-to-body bolts in the order shown.
- Tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb-ft).

Fig 4: Locating Front Door Upper Hinge-To-Body Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Tighten the front door upper hinge locator pin nut.
- Tighten to 12 N.m (9 lb-ft).

Fig 5: Locating Front Door Upper Hinge Locator Pin Nut

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the front fender. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .