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Repair Procedure For Door Fit And Primary Seal

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This repair procedure is applicable when water is evident on the: 

Fig 1: Door Trim Panel & Instrument panel / A-pillar
GC0148344Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
Fig 2: Measure Door Gaps
GC0148350Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  1. Measure door gaps.

    The specifications are as follows:

    • The gap spec. is 5.0 +/- 2.0 mm
    • The flush spec. is 0.0 +/- 2.0 mm

    If the door fit is not to spec proceed to Step 2. If door is within specs proceed to step 3. 

    NOTE:

    When adjusting the door the seal must always be replaced

  2. Adjust the door gap and flushness as described. Refer to ADJUSTMENTS  .
    Fig 3: Door Seal
    GC0148351Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  3. Inspect door seal (1) for folds and tears.
  4. If the door was adjusted or flaws have been located in the seal, replace door seal (1).