DOOR ADJUSTMENT
2016 – MX-5 – Body and Accessories
DOOR ADJUSTMENT
1. Measure the clearance and height difference between the door and the vehicle body.
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Standard clearance
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a: 2.8—4.8 mm {0.12—0.18 in}
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b: –1.5—0.5 mm {–0.05—0.01 in}
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c: 3.0—4.8 mm {0.12—0.18 in}
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d: –1.7—0.3 mm {–0.06—0.01 in}
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e: 2.8—4.8 mm {0.12—0.18 in}
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f: –1.7—0.3 mm {–0.06—0.01 in}
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g: 2.5—4.5 mm {0.10—0.17 in}
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h: –1.0—1.0 mm {–0.039—0.039 in}
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i: 2.8—4.8 mm {0.12—0.18 in}
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j: –1.0—1.0 mm {–0.039—0.039 in}
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k: 2.8—4.8 mm {0.12—0.18 in}
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l: –1.0—1.0 mm {–0.039—0.039 in}
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If the measured value is not within the standard clearance, adjust the clearance using the following procedure.
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Loosen the door hinge installation bolts, move the door, and adjust the installation position. (See DOOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
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Tighten the door hinge installation bolts. (See DOOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
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Verify that the clearances and height difference between the door and the vehicle body is within the standard clearance.
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If the door does not open/close smoothly, adjust it by loosening the door lock striker installation screw. (See DOOR LOCK STRIKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Verify that the door opens/closes smoothly.