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Doors can be adjusted... Posted by REM in Seattle [Email]  (#4)  [Profile/Gallery]
(more from REM in Seattle) on Fri, 7 May 2004 06:21:33
In Reply to: Both doors seals fluttering at higher speeds...., KB900psi, Thu, 6 May 2004 09:58:55 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
The door gasket can compress over time, allowing some wind noise.
Before starting any adjustment, carefully examine the door gap all around the door. There should be a uniform gap on all sides and the door should be nearly flush with the rest of the side panels. Also carefully check the door gasket for any tears or gaps. Assuming everything lines up well, and the door gaskets are good, the only adjustment needed will be to move the door latching plate a small amount toward the interior of the car.
Use a felt tip marker to mark the original location of the latch plate before starting any adjustments. The marker can always be removed with a bit of alcohol later.
To adjust the door it takes a large torx (star drive) bit (size T-40) socket and a socket handle. Barely loosen the 2 torx bolts holding the door latching plate to the door frame, then using a plastic tipped hammer, or a hammer and a block of wood, tap the edge of the latching plate toward the interior of the car about 1/16" to 1/8" (2-3mm). Tighten the torx bolts and close the door repeatedly to insure proper closing. Readjust as necessary.
It can be quite time consuming getting the door position just perfect. Be aware that if you loosen the torx bolts on the latch plate too much the latch plate will move freely and it will be difficult to find the correct alignment location again.
Rob Mustard (aka REM in Seattle)
1998 Saab 900SET 5-door; Automatic; 68,000 miles
1991 Alfa Romeo Spider 5-sp; 96,000 miles
1984 Saab 900T 3-door; 5-sp; 242,000 miles RIP
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_______________________________________ REM in Seattle Current: 2013 Volvo XC60 R-Design, Rebel Blue, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 2024 MINI Cooper S Convertible, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 6-speed manual Former: 2005 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible, Steel Gray metallic, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed 1998 Saab 900SET 5-door, Silver, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider convertible, Alfa Red, 2.0L 4-cyl, 5-speed 1984 Saab 900T 3-door, Red, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 5-speed
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