Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Alfa Romeo
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Alfa Romeo 145/146 Factory Service Manual (1994-1999)11 · Bodywork
11 · Body & interior

Adjustment

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
145/146 Factory Service Manual
Year
1994–1999
Section
Doors › Adjustment
BodyworkAdjustment · page 1 of 2

ADJUSTMENT

  1. Using tool N° 1.822.120.000, loosen the screws securing the hinge to the body and make adjustments for the height and width of the door.
  2. If necessary position suitable shims under the hinges to adjust the position of the door.
Diagram showing hinge adjustment with arrows indicating movement

1.822.120.000

38 ÷ 47 Nm
3.9 ÷ 4.8 kgm

NOTE:
To gain access to the screws of the upper hinge, disconnect the door check strap.

DOOR CATCH

REMOVAL AND REFITTING

  1. Loosen the two screws and remove the catch.
Diagram showing door catch with arrows indicating removal

15 ÷ 19 Nm
1.6 ÷ 1.9 kgm

ADJUSTMENT

  1. Loosen the screws securing the catch and adjust the catch until the door closes correctly. Tighten the screws.
  2. If necessary position suitable shims under the catch to adjust the closure of the door.
Diagram showing door catch adjustment with arrows indicating movement

15 ÷ 19 Nm
1.6 ÷ 1.9 kgm

PANEL

REMOVAL AND REFITTING

  • Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the battery.
  1. Pull off the plastic caps from the armrest grip and unscrew the underlying screws.
Diagram showing armrest grip with screws and plastic caps

Parts & tools for this job For 1994 Alfa Romeo 145/146

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