Rear Door Adjustment (Sedan/Wagon)
- Note the original position of the door lock striker. Remove the striker. On the rear door DO NOT remove the stabilizer. The pin remains in place for the adjustment.
- Loosen the hinge-to-hinge pillar bolts, up, down, forward or rearward.
- Inboard or outboard adjustment can be done with the door to hinge bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the rear door hinge-to-door bolts (Sedan/Wagon) to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
- Move the door within the door opening to achieve the best alignment and operation.
- Install the striker to approximately the proper position.
- Adjust the striker. If the striker is removed, make sure the proper amount of shims are in place. Check the seals for proper engagement.
Tighten: Tighten the rear door striker fasteners to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.