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Up/Down or In/Out Adjustment

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 316120  Size: SH
  1. Loosen two 13 mm door side hinge bolts (1). Do not remove the bolts.
  2. Adjust the door up or down by repositioning the door as needed.
  3. Adjust the door in or out by repositioning the door as needed.

Installation Procedure


Object Number: 316120  Size: SH

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.

Important: Use Loctite® Blue GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent prior to installing the fasteners.

Install the two 13 mm door side hinge bolts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the door side hinge bolts (1) to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).

Fore/Aft Adjustment

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 316120  Size: SH
  1. Loosen the two 13 mm body side hinge bolts (1). Do not remove them.
  2. Loosen one 10 mm cone adjuster body side hinge bolt (2).
  3. Adjust the door fore and aft by repositioning the door as needed.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 316120  Size: SH

    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.

  1. Install the one 10 mm cone adjuster body side hinge bolt (2).
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the cone adjuster body side hinge bolt (2) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

    Important: Use Loctite® Blue GM P/N 12345382 or equivalent prior to installing the fasteners.

  3. Install the 2 13 mm body side hinge bolts (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the body side hinge bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).