Door Lock Striker Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 39346-A Mini-Wedge Alignment Tool

CAUTION: Striker alignment is crucial for proper operation of the door systems. Do not hit the striker with a hammer or force alignment in any other way. Failure to properly adjust striker will result in excessive door efforts or extensive damage to door system operation which could result in personal injury.

Fig 1: View Of Door Striker, Spacer & Bolts

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Loosen the 2 mini wedge striker fasteners (1).
Tighten the 2 striker fasteners so that the striker can still be moved.

Fig 2: View of J 39346-A Installed Over Door Striker

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Place the J 39346-A over the striker.
Hold the outside door handle out and gently push the door flush against the body to locate the striker.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Slowly open the door.
Tighten: Tighten the striker fasteners to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
Remove the J 39346-A .
After the striker adjustment touch up any exposed or unpainted surface with body color paint.