41 51... Adjust Door

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body components.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

NOTE: Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

The door must be provided with all add-on parts for correct adjustment.

Adjust screwed body components from rear to front.

The following illustrations are schematic representations and are to be applied to the relevant vehicle type.

Loosen striker and remove, If necessary.

Slacken screws (2) for hinge on door until door can still just be moved.

Front door: Tightening torque 41 51 2AZ .

Rear door: Tightening torque 41 52 2AZ .

If adjustment range is not sufficient, slacken screws for hinges (1) on body.

NOTE: Screw connections only accessible from inside.

Front door: Tightening torque 41 51 3AZ .

Rear door: Tightening torque 41 52 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Door Hinges And Screws

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Check that adjoining body components are flush in terms of height and correct if necessary.

NOTE: Height adjustment of door must not be influenced by striker.
When the door is closed, the striker must not touch or scrape against the door lock. Look out for scratch marks.

Fig 2: Checking Flushness Of Adjoining Body Components

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Tighten down screws (1) until striker can still just be moved.

Move striker sideways in order to adjust transition between door and adjoining bodywork parts.

Tightening torque:

- Front door locks: 51 21 2AZ

- Rear door locks: 51 22 2AZ

Fig 3: Moving Lock Striker Sideways

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After Installation note:

If the hinge is slackened on the body side, the area of the hinge must be sealed in a u-shape with sealant (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Door Hinge Sealant Application Area

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Tighten all bolts to specified torque.
Touch up unpainted surfaces in the appropriate color.
If necessary, adjust front door.