XC90 L5-2.5L Turbo VIN 59 B5254T2 (2004)
Using a caliper, check the flush alignment of the front door towards the rear door, check the rear door towards the rear fender.
Hint:
Apply tape to avoid paint damage!
The front component must always overlap the rear component. Target is a flush between +0.04" to +0.05" (+1 to +1.3 mm).
If the flush is less, the striker is too far in and it will be much harder to fully lock the latch.
If the flush is more than +0.05" (+1.3 mm) ,there is a risk for wind noise and the gap will be unacceptable from quality perspectives.
Make 5 measurements and then average them to reduce measurement faults. Measure in a straight angle towards the door surface (horizontally and
vertically).
For better accuracy, measure the flush alignment by use of a Depth Micrometer.
Service:
Adjust the height of the striker by moving it up or down. Adjust the flush of the door by moving the striker in or out.
