Repair Procedures

Adjustment

Inspect the glass guide for damage or wear, and replace if necessary.

1. 1
   Remove the rear door trim. (Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Trim")
2. 2
   Remove the rear door glass mounting hole plug (A).

   

3. 3
   Carefully slide the rear door glass (A) until the glass mounting bolts are visible, then loosen them.

   

4. 4
   Make sure the glass moves smoothly.

Make sure the door latches securely without slamming it. If necessary, adjust the striker (A) by moving it up and down or in and out, then tighten the striker nuts.

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

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

   

2. 2
   Lightly tap the striker with a plastic hammer to make a slight adjustment.
3. 3
   While holding the outside handle, press the door against the body to make sure the striker allows flush seating. If the door latches correctly, tighten the screws and recheck.

After installing the door, check that it is flush with the adjacent body panels, then check that the gaps between the front, rear, and bottom door edges and the body are even. Make sure the door and body edges are parallel. Replace the mounting bolts before adjusting.

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

   

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

   • Slightly loosen the door mounting bolts and move the door inward or outward until it is flush with the body.
   • Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts and move the door forward or backward, up or down, to align the gaps.
   • Place a shop towel on the jack to avoid damaging the door during adjustment.

   Tightening torque: (B): 21.6 ~ 26 N·m (C): 34.2 ~ 41 N·m

   

4. 4
   Lubricate the hinge pivot points as indicated by the arrows.
5. 5
   Check for water leaks.