Important: If the door hinge bolts (1) are removed, the anchor plate will fall into the door causing a complete teardown to replace.
- Loosen the hinge fasteners in order to adjust the door at the door hinge pillar in the following directions:
- Reposition the door as needed.
- Adjust for a limited up or down movement at the body side hinge attachments.
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.
- Position the door fore or aft at the body hinge pillar attachment. Perform the following steps as needed:
| 4.1. | Loosen the fasteners. |
| 4.2. | Reposition the door. |
| 4.3. | Tighten the fasteners. |
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).
- Adjust the lock striker. Refer to
Door Lock Striker Adjustment .
- If more adjustment is needed, remove the door.
- Remove the hinges from the pillar and the door.
- Ream the stud holes in the pillar side of the hinges in order to allow for more adjustment.
- Reinstall the hinges to the pillar and the door. Leave the nuts on the pillar side of the hinge loose.
- Align the door as needed.
- Position the door fore or aft at the body hinge pillar attachment. Perform the following steps as needed:
| 11.1. | Loosen the fasteners. |
| 11.2. | Reposition the door. |
| 11.3. | Tighten the fasteners. |
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).
