Up/Down or In/Out Adjustment

1. Open the rear door.




Notice: To avoid paint damage, protect the area surrounding the part which you are removing or installing.

2. Apply masking tape to the fender and the door edges.

Loosen the door side hinge bolts in the specified sequence (1, 2, 3, 4). Do not remove the bolts from the door.

3. Adjust the door up or down by repositioning the door as needed.
4. Adjust the door in or out by repositioning 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.

1. Install the door side hinge bolts in the specified sequence (1, 2, 3, 4).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).

2. Inspect the door for proper operation and alignment.
3. Remove the masking tape.

Fore/Aft Adjustment

Notice: To avoid paint damage, protect the area surrounding the part which you are removing or installing.

1. Apply masking tape to the fender and door edges.

Loosen the hinge pillar side bolts in the specified sequence (1, 2, 3, 4). Do not remove the bolts from the door.

2. Adjust the door fore and aft by repositioning 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.

1. Install the hinge pillar side bolts in the specified sequence (1, 2, 3, 4) to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).

2. Inspect the door for proper operation and alignment.
3. Remove the masking tape.