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Body and Frame: Adjustments



Gap Dimensions on Hoods, Doors and Covers

NOTE: Adjust hood, doors and trunk lid according to drawings. The gaps should not be wedge shaped or narrower at spots. Deviations from parallel should not be greater than max. 0.5 mm over entire length. If width of opening is too wide or too narrow the movable body parts must be centered accordingly. The guide values apply for all repair work to bodies damaged in accidents.

Model 170
Special Tools: 129 589 03 21 00 Feeler gauge





References (BE), Test and adjustment values, gap dimensions on hoods, doors and covers, Part 1 of 4





References (BE), Test and adjustment values, gap dimensions on hoods, doors and covers, Part 2 of 4





References (BE), Test and adjustment values, gap dimensions on hoods, doors and covers, Part 3 of 4





References (BE), Test and adjustment values, gap dimensions on hoods, doors and covers, Part 4 of 4