Important: If the door hinge fasteners (1) are removed, the anchor plate
will fall into the door.
The door panel and the water deflector will need to be removed in order
to retrieve the anchor plate, if the anchor plate falls into the door.
- Loosen the hinge bolts in order to adjust the door at the door hinge
pillar in the following directions:
- Reposition the door as needed.
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.
- Adjust for a limited
up or down movement at the body side hinge attachments.
Tighten
Tighten the hinge to the door fasteners to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).
- 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 fasteners. |
| 4.3. | Tighten the fasteners. |
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Adjust the lock striker. Refer to
Door Lock Striker Adjustment
.
