Section 18: BODY
PA1562
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FIGURE 21: DAMPER 18643
NOTE
Where a bump rubber was installed, refit
same inside the dust cap and by fully closing
the damper, the rubber will seat again at top of
the dust cap. Refit the split plastic collar E
(Fig. 21).
5. The damper can now be refitted in the
vehicle.
6. Reinstall panels and entrance door hinge
cover.
7.7.4 Horizontal And Vertical Adjustment
Before attempting to correct any door operating
problem by adjusting any part of the air cylinder
assembly, first perform the following mechanical
checks and procedure.
Check around the perimeter of the door for
binding. If any binding is found, adjust as
follows:
1. Remove the screws and the plastic molding
covering each of the hinges.
NOTE
Ask an assistant to help you to perform the
following adjustments.
2. Remove the Allen button head screw and
the washer retaining the rod end with bear-
ing to the upper hinge. See figure 22.
3. Support the door with a wooden block and a
hydraulic jack.
4. Loosen the horizontal bolts retaining the
door to the hinges. Adjust the door horizon-
tally and vertically with the jack. Tighten the
bolts to 30-36 Lbf-ft (40-50 Nm). Remove
the jack and the wooden block.
CAUTION
Make sure the front side door does not
interfere with the exterior panel.
5. Pull and fasten the rod end to the hinge with
the washer and the button screw.
6. Screw the plastic moldings covering the
hinges.
FIGURE 22: UPPER DOOR HINGE 18058
Seal Compression Adjustment
1. Turn the emergency exit valve to the
“UNLOCK” position and close the door.
2. From the outside of vehicle, insert a straight
edge in the gap along the door outside
perimeter. Measure the distance between
the door frame and the door outside surface
at the door four corners (refer to figure 23).
FIGURE 23: SEAL COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT 18632
NOTE
The front measurements are the most
important. If required, ask an assistant to help
you to perform the following adjustments.
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