Door Adjustment

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Door Adjustment
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  1. Measure the clearance between the door and body.
    • If not as specified, loosen the door hinge installation bolts or the door lock striker installation screws, and reposition the door.

    Clearance 

    a:4.0-6.0 mm {0.16-0.23 in} 

    b:-1.0-1.0 mm {-0.03-0.03 in} 

  2. Tighten the bolts or screws.
    Fig 1: Adjusting Door
    G03638694Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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