•
Move door latch striker (2) up or down so its center aligns with the center of groove “A” on the door, as shown.
NOTE:
Striker should be moved vertically and placed level. Do not adjust door lock.
Tightening torque
Door latch striker screw
(
a
):
10
N·m (
1.0
kg-m,
7.2
lb-ft)
Door latch screw
(
b
):
6
N·m (
0.6
kg-m,
4.3
lb-ft)
•
Move door latch striker (1) sideways to adjust door (3) surface flush with body (2) surface, as shown.
In order to correctly obtain door latch striker position in the fore-and-aft direction, increase or decrease number of shims (5) inserted between body and striker to adjust it.
Dimension between door surface and body surface
“a”: 13.3 – 14.8 mm (0.52 – 0.58 in.)
“b”: 3.2 – 5.2 mm (0.13 – 0.2 in.)
NOTE:
Apply oil or grease to striker joints periodically.