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Striker Adjustment




Striker Adjustment

NOTE: Before adjusting the door latch striker plate, verify that the door can be closed easily and fits tightly.

1. Loosen the door latch striker bolts.





2. NOTE: A hammer and wood block may be necessary for large adjustments.
Reposition the door latch striker plate from side-to-side or up and down as necessary.


3. Tighten the door latch striker plate bolts.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).






4. Check the adjustment of the door.
- Repeat the procedure as necessary.