10-102. SOFT TOP DOOR ADJUSTMENT
This task covers:
Adjustment
Adjustment
1.
Open and close door (1) to check fit of door seal (2) to body (3). Door seal (2) should fit inside and
contact door outline on body (3).
2.
For vertical and horizontal adjustment of door (1), loosen four screws (4) on two hinges (5) and
door (1). Slide door (1) to fit door outline on body (3). Hold door (1) in position, and tighten four
screws (4) on two door hinges (5) and door (1).
NOTE
If additional vertical adjustment is needed, follow step 3. If no
additional vertical adjustment is needed, go to step 4.
3.
For additional vertical adjustment of door (1), remove door (1) from body (3) (TM 9-2320-280-10).
Loosen four capscrews (7) on two body hinge mounts (6) and body (3) and slide body hinge
mounts (6) up or down for adjustment. Hold body hinge mounts (6) in position, and tighten four
capscrews (7) to 8 lb-ft (11 N•m). Install door (TM 9-2320-280-10).
4.
For in and out adjustment of door (1), loosen two capscrews (8) on striker (10) and
“B” pillar (11). With door (1) closed and door seal (2) pressed against body (3), slide striker (10)
against inner door handle latch (9) and tighten two capscrews (8). Open door (1) and tighten two
capscrews (8) to 15 lb-ft (20 N•m).
5.
Close door (1) and check for fit of door seal (2) to door outline on body (3) and inner door handle
latch (9) operation. Readjust door (1) if necessary.
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
M998, M998A1, M1035, M1035A1, M1035A2,
M1037, M1038, M1038A1, M1042, M1097,
M1097A1, M1097A2, M1123
Tools
General mechanic’s tool kit:
automotive (Appendix B, Item 1)
Personnel Required
One mechanic
One assistant
Manual References
TM 9-2320-280-10
TM 9-2320-280-24P
TM 9-2320-280-20-3
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