Door Alignment - Front

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Make sure the rear door is within specification before making any adjustments to the front door. Refer to the Specifications.

Position the front door primary weatherstrip aside.
Mark the positions of the front door hinges to use as reference points.

Fig 1: Marking Front Door Hinge Positions

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Loosen the front door hinge-to-door bolts.

Fig 2: Front Door Hinge-To-Door Bolts

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Adjust the front door primary weatherstrip seal gap to specifications.

Fig 3: Front Door Primary Weatherstrip Seal Gap (With Specifications)

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Tighten the front door hinge-to-door bolts to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).

Fig 4: Front Door Hinge-To-Door Bolts

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Install the primary weatherstrip seal.
If necessary, adjust the door striker. For additional information, refer to Striker Adjustment .