Front Door: Adjustments

Door Adjustment - Front


Caution: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.





1. Remove the door lock striker. Refer to Door Striker Replacement - Front Door (Service and Repair) .
2. For up, down, forward, or rearward adjustment, loosen the hinge to hinge pillar bolts.
3. Move the door within the door opening to achieve the best alignment and operation.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Tighten all of the hinge fasteners that were loosened.

Tighten the hinge fasteners to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

5. Install the striker to the approximate proper position.
6. Adjust the door striker. Refer to Door Striker Adjustment - Front Door (Adjustments) .
7. Inspect the door weatherstrips for proper fit.