Repair Procedures

ITEM

1. 1
   Remove the front door trim. (Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Trim")
2. 2
   Disconnect the front door speaker connector (A).

   

3. 3
   After loosening the mounting screws, remove the front door trim panel retaining bracket (A).
4. 4
   Remove the front door trim seal (B).

   

5. 5
   Slowly move the front door glass (A) until the glass mounting bolts are visible, then loosen them.

   

6. 6
   Make sure the window moves freely.

1. 1
   Loosen the screws (B) just enough to move the striker.

   Tightening torque: (B): 16.7 ~ 22 N·m

   

2. 2
   Tap the striker with a plastic hammer to adjust it. The striker should not move much, but should allow adjustment.
3. 3
   While holding the outside handle open, press the door against the body to make sure the striker allows proper closing. If the door closes properly, tighten the screws and check again.

1. 1
   Make sure the door and body edges are parallel.

   

2. 2
   When adjusting the doors, park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. 3
   Adjust the hinges (A):

   • Slightly loosen the door mounting bolts and rock the door back and forth until it separates from the body.
   • Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts and move the door forward, backward, up and down until the gaps are even.
   • Cover the jack with a cloth to avoid damaging the door during adjustment.

   Tightening torque: (B): 21.6 ~ 26 N·m (C): 34.3 ~ 41 N·m

   

4. 4
   Lubricate the moving parts of the specified hinges.
5. 5
   Make sure there are no water leaks.