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5. Check that the door swings freely and
closes properly. It may be necessary to
adjust the door latch to get proper fit and
operation.
To adjust the latch mechanism (3, Fig. 37) and
the striker pin:
1. Open the door to access the striker pin.
2. Slightly loosen the striker pin.
3. Using a hammer, adjust the striker pin to
center it in the door latch mechanism.
4. Tighten the striker pin.
5. Check door fit and operation.
6.5 ZONE 5
FIGURE 38: ZONE 5 18628
6.5.1 Baggage Compartment Doors
For the removal and installation of baggage
compartment door stainless steel body panel,
you will need:
A drill with drill bits;
Pneumatic “Zip gun” type tool;
Razor sharp window scraper or putty knife;
Open damaged compartment door and
unfasten rub rail fixing bolts. Remove rub
rail.
Unfasten bolts and disconnect cable if
necessary in order to remove door from
vehicle.
Preferably install the door onto a work
surface where it can be solidly fixed.
Door Lower Panel
Panel Removal
Using the “Zip Gun”, cut Sika bead located
½ inch from the door panel perimeter
edge.
Wearing gloves, goggles and ear plugs,
pry loose body panel using a “Zip gun” or
lever starting from the door lower part.
Using the window scraper, remove any
Sika bead or self adhesive tape residue
left on the door frame.
Lower Panel Preparation and Installation
Use a Chix cloth and anti-silicone to
remove any dust or residue from door
frame.
Prepare door frame using a scratch pad
“Scotch Brite”.
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