- Loosen the striker bolts.
- Align the striker using the J 39346-A Mini-Wedge Door Striker Aligner.
- Tighten by hand the bolts.
- Holding the outside handle, gently push the door against the body in order to ensure a flush fit.
- Unlatch the door.
- Remove the J 39346-A Mini-Wedge Door Striker Aligner from the striker assembly.
- Tighten the striker bolts.
- Touch-up any exposed, unpainted surfaces on the lock pillar with body color paint.
- Adjust the door glass as needed. Refer to Door Window Adjustment or Rear Side Door Window Adjustment .
Caution: Striker alignment is crucial for proper operation of the door systems. Do not hit the striker with a hammer or force alignment in any other way. Failure to properly adjust striker will result in excessive door efforts or extensive damage to door system operation which could result in personal injury.
Open the door.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the 2 striker bolts to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).
Important: If the adjustment of the striker is incorrect:
• The door glass may hit the roof molding during closure. • The door glass may no longer sufficiently engage the roof molding.
Air leaks or wind noise may result.
