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Front Door: Adjustments

Front Door Position Adjustment

SRS components are located in the B-pillar bottom area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Check for a flush fit with the body, then check for equal gaps between the front, rear, and bottom door edges and the body. Check that the door and body edges are parallel.

1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface when adjusting the doors.




2. Adjust at the hinges (A):
- Pad a floor jack (B) with a shop towels (C), then use the jack to support the door to prevent damage to the door while adjusting it.
- Remove the front inner fender and front fender fairing. Loosen the hinge mounting bolts (D) slightly, and move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps.




3. Check that the door and body edges are parallel. If necessary, adjust the door cushions (A) to make the rear of the doors flush with the body.
4. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts, and around the hinges.
5. Check for water leaks.