Mountaineer 2WD V8-302 5.0L VIN P SFI (2000)
Front Door Hinge: Adjustments
Hinge Adjustment - Front Door, Fore and Aft
HINGE ADJUSTMENT - FRONT DOOR, FORE AND AFT
NOTE: Check the rear door hinge adjustment before adjusting the front door hinge.
1. Remove the cowl side trim panel.
2. Position the electrical connector mounting bracket aside.
1. Remove the pin-type retainer.
2. Position the electrical connector mounting bracket aside.
3. Mark the position of the front door hinges to use as a reference point.
4. NOTE: Position the front door to gain access to the bolts.
Loosen the two front door hinge to body bolts and nuts just enough to permit movement of the door.
5. Adjust the front door alignment to specification.