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Lock Striker Adjustment - Door (Sedan, Coupe - Front)

    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Door Striker
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    NOTE: Striker alignment is a crucial part of door latch operation. Do not use the door striker to adjust the door to the vehicle. Failure to properly adjust the striker can result in damage to the door latch and the striker.
  1. Loosen the striker bolts (2).
  2. Attach the striker bolts (2) snugly in order to ensure that the striker (1) is still movable.
  3. Pull on the outside handle.
  4. Gently push the door against the body in order to ensure that the striker (1) allows a flush fit.
  5. Slowly open the door.
  6. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Tighten the bolts (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the striker bolts (2) to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  8. Touch up any exposed or unpainted surface on the lock pillar.