FRONT DOOR FIT ADJUSTMENT





1.
caution Attach protection tape to the fender and door edges where the hinge is installed.
When the clearance between the door and the body is uneven
(1) Remove the front pillar pad <Except 1500 MPI-T/C> (Refer to ).
(2) Loosen the body-side door hinge mounting bolts.
note Install the tool to the bolt as shown.
(3) Move the door to adjust until the clearance around the door is even.
2.When the door is not flush with the vehicle body surface.
(1) Remove the front pillar pad <Except 1500 MPI-T/C> (Refer to ).
(2) Loosen the door-side hinge mounting bolts.
(3) Move the door to adjust until the door is flush with the vehicle body.


3.When the door is stiff to lock and unlock:
(1) Adjustment by using the striker (toward the inside of the vehicle and vertical direction)
Install temporary bolts instead of the striker mounting bolt, and use special tool remover bar (MB990939) and a hammer to tap the bolt to the desired direction.
(2) Adjustment by using the striker (toward the outside of the vehicle)
Use special tools sliding hammer (MB990211) and body puller (MB990243) to pull the striker toward the outside of the vehicle.