Installing Striker Pin

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Fig 1: Identifying Striker Pin

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Installing, adjusting and fastening the striker pin
1. 1.1. Position striker pin -2- in line with the markings.
2. 1.2. Screw in fastening screws -1- for the striker pin -2- and tighten slightly.
3. 1.3. Carefully close door and check that the striker pin is positioned correctly with respect to the lock.
4. 1.4. If necessary, adjust the striker pin accordingly.
5. 1.5. Tighten fastening screws -1- to the specified tightening torque.
  → Tightening torque: 15 ftlb.+/-1.5 ftlb.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Fastening Screws
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Remove markings.
1. 2.1. Remove the felt-tipped pen markings from the paint surface of the C-pillar using a suitable cleaning agent.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Striker Pin Position
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Close the door.