Front Door Assembly: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Isuzu Axiom. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order, noting the following points:

Align the door fitting to the body.
- Check the fender and front door (1).
  Clearance: 5.0 mm (0.196 in)
  
  Height (step): Flush
- Check the front door and rear door (2).
  Clearance: 5.0 mm (0.196 in)
  
  Height (step): Flush
- Check the rear door and body (3).
Clearance: 5.0 mm (0.196 in)

Height (step): Flush

Adjust clearance with door hinges.

Adjust height (step) by tapping on the fender lightly with a rubber hammer.

Fig 1: Adjusting Clearance With Door Hinges
Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
Tighten the door hinge bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 34 N.m (25 lb ft)
Tighten the door check arm bolt and nuts to the specified torque.
Torque: 9 N.m (78 lb in)