41 5.... Adjust Door

Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing range of adjustment is not sufficient.

The door must be provided with all add-on parts for correct adjustment.

Adjust screwed body components from rear to front.

The following illustrations are schematic diagrams and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

Fig 1: Overview Of Door Panels

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Slacken lock striker, remove if necessary.

Slacken screws (2) on door until door can still just be moved.

Tightening torque 41 51 2AZ .

Tightening torque 41 52 2AZ .

If adjustment range is not sufficient, slacken screws (1) on body.

Tightening torque 41 51 3AZ .

Tightening torque 41 52 3AZ .

Check that adjoining body components are flush in terms of height and correct if necessary.

When the door is closed, the lock striker must not touch or scrape against the door lock. Look out for scratch marks.

Fig 2: Checking Height Adjustment Of Door

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Tighten down screws (1) until lock striker can still just be moved.

Move lock striker sideways in order to adjust transition between door and rear side panel.

Tightening torque 51 21 2AZ .

Fig 3: Adjusting Door Striker

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After Installation note: 

If the hinge is slackened on the body side, the area of the hinge must be sealed in a u-shape with sealant (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Hinge Sealed Area

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• Tighten all screws to specified torque.
• Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.
• If necessary, adjust front door.