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Door Position Adjustment

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NOTE:
  • After installing the door, check for a flush fit with the body, then check for equal gaps between the front, rear, and bottom, door edges and the body. Check that the door and body edges are parallel. Before adjusting, replace the mounting bolts.
  1. Check that the door and body edges are parallel.
    Fig 1: Checking Door And Body Edges Being Parallel
    G11816940Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface when adjusting the doors.
  3. Adjust at the hinges (A):
    • Loosen the door mounting bolts slightly, and move the door in or out until it aligns flush with the body.
    • Loosen the hinge mounting bolts slightly, and move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps.
    • Place a shop towel on the jack to prevent damage to the door when adjusting the door.

    Tightening torque: 

    (B): 21.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.2 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 19.5 lb-ft)

    (C): 34.3 ~ 41.2 N.m (3.5 ~ 4.2 kgf.m, 25.3 ~ 30.4 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Locating Door And Hinge Mounting Bolts
    G11816941Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Grease the pivot portions of the hinges indicated.
  5. Check for water leaks.
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