Gap Dimensions, Body (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works)

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The dimensions specified in this document are applicable at an object temperature of 20°C. The aim of adjustment is to achieve a uniform gap.

Symmetry of the gaps between left and right sides of the vehicle has top priority.

For door gaps, the maximum deviation between the front and rear door gaps must be 1.0 mm.

No gap dimension are specified for components which cannot be adjusted.

Dimensions in mm

Fig 1: Exterior Body Panel Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points (1 Of 4)

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Fig 2: Exterior Body Panel Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points (2 Of 4)

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Dimension (a) 3.7 reduces to 2.6 towards the rear in the direction of travel.

Fig 3: Exterior Body Panel Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points (3 Of 4)

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Fig 4: Exterior Body Panel Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points (4 Of 4)

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