Front Door Alignment

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Adjustment

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

All alignments

1.

Check the body to front door dimensions. Refer to: Body and Frame .

2.

Remove the bolts and the striker assembly.

GFD69398

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Front door in and out, up and down alignment

3.

Loosen the bolts to permit movement of the door.
Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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4.

Adjust the door to specification. Refer to: Body and Frame .

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Front door fore, aft and tilt alignment

5.

Remove the fender splash shield. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .

6.

Loosen the bolts to permit movement of the door.
Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

GFD69401

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7.

Loosen the bolts to permit movement of the door.
Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

GFD69402

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8.

Adjust the door to specification. Refer to: Body and Frame .

GFD69403

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All alignments

9.

Tighten the bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

GFD69398

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10.

Check the body to front door dimensions. Refer to: Body and Frame .

11.

Install any removed components as needed.