Repair Procedures

Adjustment

1. 1
   Remove the front door trim. (Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Trim")
2. 2
   After removing the mounting screws, remove the front door handle full support bracket (A).

   

3. 3
   Disconnect the front door speaker connector (A).

   

4. 4
   Remove the front door trim cover seal (A).

   

5. 5
   Loosen the window glass mounting bolts, adjust the glass gap by moving the glass (A) from side to side, then tighten the bolts.

   

6. 6
   Check that the window operates normally.

1. 1
   Loosen the mounting screw, adjust the latch (A) by moving it forward and backward or side to side, then tighten the bolts (B).

   Tightening torque: (B): 21.6–32 N·m

   

2. 2
   Tap the striker with a plastic hammer to adjust it. The striker will not move much, but will allow some adjustment.
3. 3
   While holding the outside handle, press the door against the body to make sure the striker allows flush fitting. If the door latched correctly, tighten the screws and recheck.

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

   

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

   • Slightly loosen the door mounting bolts and move the door in or out until it is flush with the body.
   • Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts and move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary.
   • Place a shop towel on the jack to avoid damaging the door when adjusting the door.

   Tightening torque: (B): 21.6–26 N·m (C): 23.5–31 N·m

   

4. 4
   Lubricate the moving parts of the specified hinges.
5. 5
   Check for water leaks.