FIT STANDARD / ADJUSTMENT METHOD ADJUSTMENT


  1. INSPECT HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Check that the clearance measurements of areas a through f are within each standard range.

      B0023XKN01
      Standard Clearance
      Area Measurement Area Measurement
      a 2.8 to 6.8 mm (0.110 to 0.268 in.) b -2 to 2 mm (-0.0787 to 0.0787 in.)
      c 5.9 to 9.9 mm (0.232 to 0.390 in.) d 2.5 to 5.5 mm (0.0984 to 0.217 in.)
      e -1.5 to 1.5 mm (-0.0591 to 0.0591 in.) - -

    Tech Tips

    Centering bolts are used to install the hood hinges and hood lock. The hood and hood lock cannot be adjusted with the centering bolts installed. Substitute the centering bolts with standard bolts with washers when making adjustments.

  2. ADJUST HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Horizontally and vertically adjust the hood.


      1. B0023QP

        Loosen the 4 hinge bolts of the hood.

      2. Adjust the clearance between the hood and front fenders by moving the hood.

      3. Tighten the 4 hinge bolts after adjustment.

        Torque:
        13 N*m  { 133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf }

    2. Adjust the height of the front end of the hood using the hood bumper cushions.


      1. B00241K

        Adjust the 2 hood bumper cushions so that the heights of the hood and fenders are aligned.

        Tech Tips

        Raise or lower the front end of the hood by turning the 2 hood bumper cushions.

    3. Adjust the hood lock.


      1. Remove the radiator support opening cover.

      2. B0023Z7C01
        *a Protective Tape

        Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, remove the hood lock nut cap.

      3. B0023WFC01
        *1 Hood Lock Bolt

        Loosen the 2 bolts and hood lock bolt.

      4. B0023TD

        Adjust the hood lock assembly and tighten the 2 bolts and hood lock bolt.

        Torque:
        7.5 N*m  { 76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }

      5. Check that the striker can engage the hood lock assembly smoothly.

      6. B0023UC

        Install a new hood lock nut cap.

      7. Install the radiator support opening cover.

  3. INSPECT FRONT DOOR


    1. Check that the clearance measurements of areas a through n are within each standard range.

      B0023SFN01
      Standard Clearance
      Area Measurement Area Measurement
      a 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) b 3.5 to 7.5 mm (0.138 to 0.295 in.)
      c 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) d 0.2 to 4.2 mm (0.0079 to 0.165 in.)
      e 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) f 1.2 to 5.2 mm (0.0472 to 0.205 in.)
      g 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) h 1.1 to 5.1 mm (0.0433 to 0.201 in.)
      i 2.3 to 6.3 mm (0.0906 to 0.248 in.) j 4.1 mm (0.161 in.)
      k 5.3 mm (0.209 in.) l 2.6 to 5.0 mm (0.102 to 0.197 in.)
      m -1.2 to 1.2 mm (-0.0472 to 0.0472 in.) - -

    Tech Tips


    • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    • The following procedure is for the LH side.

    • Centering bolts are used to install the door hinges to the vehicle body and door. The door cannot be adjusted with the centering bolts installed. Substitute the centering bolts with standard bolts when making adjustments.

  4. ADJUST FRONT DOOR

    Note

    Make sure to turn the power switch off before adjusting the door lock strikers.


    1. B00241M

      Using SST, loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the vehicle body and adjust the door position.

      SST
      09812-00020

    2. Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the vehicle body after adjustment.

      Torque:
      26 N*m  { 265 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf }

    3. Loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the door and adjust the door position.

    4. Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the door after adjustment.

      Torque:
      26 N*m  { 265 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf }
    5. B0023XV

      Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, slightly loosen the 2 striker mounting screws.

    6. Using a brass bar and a hammer, hit the striker to adjust its position.

    7. Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, tighten the 2 striker mounting screws after adjustment.

      Torque:
      23 N*m  { 235 kgf*cm, 17 ft.*lbf }

  5. INSPECT REAR DOOR


    1. Check that the clearance measurements of areas a through o are within each standard range.

      B00242DN01
      Standard Clearance
      Area Measurement Area Measurement
      a 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) b 1.2 to 5.2 mm (0.0472 to 0.205 in.)
      c 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) d 0.6 to 4.6 mm (0.0236 to 0.181 in.)
      e 3.3 to 6.7 mm (0.130 to 0.264 in.) f 0.6 to 4.6 mm (0.0236 to 0.181 in.)
      g 2.3 to 5.3 mm (0.0906 to 0.209 in.) h 5.3 mm (0.209 in.)
      i 4.1 mm (0.161 in.) j 0 mm (0 in.)
      k 2.3 to 6.3 mm (0.0906 to 0.248 in.) - -

    Tech Tips


    • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

    • The following procedure is for the LH side.

    • Centering bolts are used to install the door hinges to the vehicle body and door. The door cannot be adjusted with the centering bolts installed. Substitute the centering bolts with standard bolts when making adjustments.

  6. ADJUST REAR DOOR

    Note

    Make sure to turn the power switch off before adjusting the door lock strikers.


    1. B002442

      Using SST, loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the vehicle body and adjust the door position.

      SST
      09812-00020

    2. Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the vehicle body after adjustment.

      Torque:
      26 N*m  { 265 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf }

    3. Loosen the 4 hinge bolts on the door and adjust the door position.

    4. Tighten the 4 hinge bolts on the door after adjustment.

      Torque:
      26 N*m  { 265 kgf*cm, 19 ft.*lbf }
    5. B0023UW

      Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, slightly loosen the 2 striker mounting screws.

    6. Using a brass bar and a hammer, hit the striker to adjust its position.

    7. Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, tighten the 2 striker mounting screws after adjustment.

      Torque:
      23 N*m  { 235 kgf*cm, 17 ft.*lbf }

  7. INSPECT BACK DOOR


    1. Check that the clearance measurements of areas a through l are within each standard range.

      B00240LN01
      Standard Clearance
      Area Measurement Area Measurement
      a 5.8 mm (0.228 in.) b 2.6 to 5.6 mm (0.102 to 0.220 in.)
      c -1.4 to 1.6 mm (-0.0551 to 0.063 in.) d 4.0 to 8.0 mm (0.157 to 0.315 in.)

    Tech Tips

    Centering bolts are used to install the door hinges to the door. The door cannot be adjusted with the centering bolts installed. Substitute the centering bolts with standard bolts (with washers) when making adjustments.

  8. ADJUST LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR


    1. B0023T1

      Loosen the 4 door side hinge bolts to adjust the door horizontally and vertically.

    2. Tighten the 4 bolts after adjustment.

      Torque:
      7.5 N*m  { 76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf }
    3. B00241J

      Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, slightly loosen the 2 striker mounting screws.

    4. Using a brass bar and a hammer, hit the striker to adjust its position.

    5. Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, tighten the 2 striker mounting screws after adjustment.

      Torque:
      23 N*m  { 235 kgf*cm, 17 ft.*lbf }