Body Work (Interior and Exterior)

Repair Procedures

12steps
~72min
3/5difficulty
0102030405021.616N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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ITEM

WINDOW ADJUSTMENT
  1. Remove the front door trim. (Refer to Front Door - "Front Door Trim")
  2. Separate the installation plug hole (A) from the front door module.
  3. Loosen the window mounting bolts, adjust the window gap (A) by moving it on each side, then tighten the bolts.
  4. Make sure the window operating system works properly.
DOOR STRIKER ADJUSTMENT
  1. Loosen the fixing screw, adjust the stopper (A) by moving it front to rear and side to side, then tighten the bolts (B).

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

  2. Tap the striker with a plastic hammer to adjust it. The striker should not move much, but should allow adjustment.
  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.
DOOR POSITION ADJUSTMENT
  1. Make sure the door and body edges are parallel.
  2. Before adjusting the doors, park the vehicle on a level surface.
  3. Adjust the hinges (A):
    • Loosen the door mounting bolts slightly, then open and close the door until it is securely aligned with the body.
    • Loosen the hinge mounting bolts slightly and move the door forward and backward, up and down, as necessary.
    • Cover the jack with a cloth to avoid damaging the door during adjustment.

    Tightening torque: 21.6 ~ 26 N·m

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

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