| *a | Centering Bolt |
| *b | Standard Bolt |
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The following procedure is for the LH side.
Centering bolts are used to install the door hinges to the vehicle body and door. The door cannot be adjusted with the centering bolts installed. Substitute the centering bolts with standard bolts when making adjustments.
The specified torque for standard bolts is shown in the standard bolt chart.
1.INSPECT FRONT DOOR
Check that the clearance measurements of areas a through j are within each standard range.
| Area | Measurement | Area | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | 2.7 to 6.1 mm (0.106 to 0.240 in.) | b | 1.9 to 5.9 mm (0.0748 to 0.232 in.) |
| c | 2.6 to 5.6 mm (0.102 to 0.220 in.) | d | 4.7 to 9.7 mm (0.185 to 0.382 in.) |
| e | 2.7 to 6.1 mm (0.106 to 0.240 in.) | f | 1.7 to 5.7 mm (0.069 to 0.224 in.) |
| g | 2.7 to 6.1 mm (0.106 to 0.240 in.) | h | 3.4 to 7.4 mm (0.134 to 0.291 in.) |
| i | 3.0 to 7.0 mm (0.118 to 0.276 in.) | j | 3.3 to 5.7 mm (0.130 to 0.224 in.) |
2.ADJUST FRONT DOOR
Make sure to turn the ignition switch off when adjusting door lock strikers.
Using SST, loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the vehicle body and adjust the door position.
Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the vehicle body after adjustment.
Loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the door and adjust the door position.
Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the door after adjustment.
Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, slightly loosen the 2 striker mounting screws.
Using a brass bar and a hammer, hit the striker to adjust its position.
Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, tighten the 2 striker mounting screws after adjustment.