Door latch, removing and installing: Installing
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- Loosen adjusting screw (arrow) prior to installation of door latch.
- Tighten adjusting screw after installation of door handle.
- Torx(R) T20 screw tightening torque: 3 N.m (27 in. lb)
- Left-side latch: right-hand threads
- Right-side latch: left-hand threads
The adjustment is carried out simultaneously by tightening the adjusting screw.