| *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 REAR DOOR
Check that the clearance measurements of areas a through j are within each standard range.
| Area | Measurement | Area | Measurement |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | 3.0 to 7.0 mm (0.118 to 0.276 in.) | b | 3.3 to 5.7 mm (0.130 to 0.224 in.) |
| c | 4.7 to 9.7 mm (0.185 to 0.382 in.) | d | 2.85 to 6.25 mm (0.112 to 0.246 in.) |
| e | 2.85 to 6.85 mm (0.112 to 0.270 in.) | f | 2.65 to 7.65 mm (0.104 to 0.301 in.) |
| g | 2.5 to 5.5 mm (0.0984 to 0.217 in.) | h | 2.5 to 5.5 mm (0.0984 to 0.217 in.) |
| i | 2.5 to 5.5 mm (0.0984 to 0.217 in.) | j | 3.2 to 8.2 mm (0.126 to 0.323 in.) |
2.ADJUST REAR 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.