Hinge Adjustment NOTE: The door should be adjusted for even and
parallel fit with the body opening and surrounding panels as well as
making sure that the anti-chuck pin is not binding on convertible
models. 1. Remove the A-pillar lower trim panel. 2. Position the
electrical connectors aside. 3. Loosen the lower front door
hinge-to-body nut enough to permit movement. 4. Remove the fender. For
additional information, refer to Section 501-02.
5. Mark the position of the upper and lower front door hinges to the
body to use as reference points. 6. Loosen the four upper and lower
front door hinge-to-body bolts enough to permit movement. 7. Adjust the
front door to specification. 8. NOTE: After adjusting the door hinge,
verify that the door can be closed easily and fits tightly. Tighten
the front door hinge to body bolts. 9. Tighten the front door hinge to
body nut. 10. Install the electrical connectors. 11. Install the
A-pillar lower trim panel. 12. Install the fender. For additional
information, refer to Section 501-02.
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