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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 1043 (Back Door): Adjustment

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Prius. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

HINT:

A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt table (see SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS ).

INSPECT BACK DOOR

Check that the clearance is within the standard range.

Fig 1: Checking Clearance

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Standard:

STANDARD CHART

Area	Measurement	Area	Measurement
A	6.6 +/-1.5 mm (0.260 +/-0.059 in.)	D	4.6 +/-1.5 mm (0.181 +/-0.059 in.)
B	5.8 +/-1.5 mm (0.228 +/-0.059 in.)	E	4.8 +/-1.5 mm (0.189 +/-0.059 in.)

ADJUST BACK DOOR
1. Adjust the top end of the back door panel on the horizontal plane by loosening the door side hinge bolt.
2. Tighten the door side hinge bolts after the adjustment.
  Torque: 15 N.m (153 kgf.cm, 00 ft.lbf)
  
  Fig 2: Adjusting Back Door
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3. Vertically adjust the rear end of the back door panel by loosening the back door lock bolts.
  NOTE: Tap the base for adjustment.
4. Tighten the 3 door lock bolts after the adjustment.
  Torque: 7.5 N.m (76 kgf.cm, 75 in.lbf)
Fig 3: Adjusting Rear End Of Back Door Panel
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.