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Front Door Striker: Adjustments







1. Loosen Torx bolts securing striker to 'B' post.
2. Adjust alignment of striker vertically and horizontally, lightly tighten bolts.
3. Close door, check for correct latching with door lock and for centring on striker.
4. Add or remove packing shims as necessary.
Fully tighten bolts.
5. Carry out further adjustment as necessary. If full adjustment cannot be achieved carry out following:
6. Remove striker and nut plate.
7. Elongate striker bolt holes in 'B' post to increase movement in direction required.
8. Refit striker and adjust as necessary.