41 00... Body Gap Dimensions

The dimensions specified in this service information are applicable at an object temperature of 20 °C. The aim of adjustment is to achieve a uniform join. 

Symmetry of the gaps between left and right sides of the vehicle has top priority. 

The door gaps must not deviate between the front and rear gap by more than 1.0 mm. 

No gap dimension are specified for components which cannot be adjusted. 

Dimensions in mm 

1. A-pillar 
2. Side wall, front 
3. Front lid 
4. Headlights 
Fig 1: Hood, Headlamp, Front Fender, Front Door And Front Pillar Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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1. Front lid
2. Side wall, front
Fig 2: Hood And Front Bumper Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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1. Cover, sill 
Fig 4: Front Fender, Front Door, Rear Door, Quarter Panel And Rocker Trim Panel Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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Only on version with aluminum running board: 

Dimension "a" = 7.0±0.6 mm 

1. Rear door
2. Trim, wheel arch, rear
   Fig 5: Rear Door And Wheel Arch Cover Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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1. Outer skin on roof 
2. Rear spoiler 
3. Rear lid, top 
4. Rear lid, bottom 
5. Rear side panel 
6. Rear lid, top/bottom 
7. Panel, bumper, rear 
Fig 6: Quarter Panel, Roof, Rear Spoiler, Lift Gate, Tail Lamps And Rear Bumper Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points
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1. Rear side panel
2. Rear spoiler
   Fig 7: Quarter Panel And Rear Spoiler Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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1. Rear window
2. Rear side panel
   Fig 8: Quarter Panel And Rear Window Body Gap Dimensions And Measurement Points

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