Front Door: Adjustments

41 51 004 - Adjusting left or right front door





Note:
The gap dimensions serve as the basis for adjustment work.
The screwed body parts are adjusted from the rear to the front.
Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges. Touch these up in the appropriate color.





Caution!
Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.





Slacken nut at door hinges to be adjusted at top and bottom in each case.
When fitting a new front door, if necessary install shims (1) between door and hinge for adjustment in Y-direction.

Adjust door according to specified gap dimension .





Check that adjoining body parts are flush in terms of height and correct if necessary.
Tighten hinge nuts after adjustment.





Note:
If necessary, adjust lock striker.

Detach cover (1) on door pillar.





Slacken screws (1) and (2), adjust lock striker and tighten screws.

Note:
After slackening, lock striker should be positioned approx. 90° to door frame inner edge (3) and be movable.
When the door is closed, the lock striker must not touch or scrape against the door lock. Look out for scratches.