Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 99

FRONT & REAR DOOR POSITION ADJUSTMENT

SRS components are located in the B-pillar bottom area. Review the SRS component locations, and the
precautions and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service. See AIR BAG
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

1. Place the vehicle on a firm, level surface when adjusting the doors.

2. Adjust at the hinges (A):

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On the front door: Remove the front inner fender (see FRONT INNER FENDER
REPLACEMENT ) and front fender fairing (see FRONT FENDER FAIRING
REPLACEMENT ). Loosen the hinge mounting bolts (B) slightly, and move the door backward
or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps.

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On the rear door: Remove the B-pillar lower trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION -
DOOR AREA ) and remove the front seat belt and retractor (see AIR BAG RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS ), and the plug seal from the body. Loosen the hinge mounting nuts (C) slightly, and
move the door backward or forward, up or down as necessary to equalize the gaps.

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Place a shop towel (D) on the jack (E) to prevent damage to the door when adjusting the door.

NOTE:

Check for a flush fit with the body, then check for equal gaps between the front,
rear, and bottom door edges and the body. Check that the door and body edges
are parallel.

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Fig. 69: Adjusting Front Door Position

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Fig. 70: Adjusting Rear Door Position

3. Make sure that the door and body edges are parallel. If necessary, adjust the door cushions (A) to make

the rear of the doors flush with the body.

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Fig. 71: Ensuring Door & Body Edges Are Parallel

4. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts, and around the hinges.

5. Check for water leaks (see step 7 of FRONT & REAR DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT ).

FRONT & REAR DOOR STRIKER ADJUSTMENT

Make sure the door latches securely without slamming it. If necessary, adjust the striker (A): The striker can be
adjusted slightly up or down, and in or out.

1. Loosen but do not remove the screws (B), then insert a shop towel (C) between the body and striker.

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