Striker Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
After adjusting the door latch striker plate, verify the door can be closed easily and fits tightly.
- Loosen the door latch striker plate bolts.
- Reposition the door latch striker plate from side to side or up and down as necessary.
- Tighten the 2 door latch striker plate bolts.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Check the adjustment. For additional information, refer to BODY REPAIRS . Repeat the procedure as necessary.