Adjust Doors

[Wes Davis]

Several weeks ago there was a post from a Ford mechanic or body shop guy on how to adjust and tighten the doors on the Sport Trac. Probably applies to all Fords. My passenger side rear door is so loose when closed it rattles like crazy and is getting worse. Does anyone know how to make this adjustment. I looked at the latching hardware myself and I don't see any kind of adjustment. Looks like the parts are just bolted on through standard holes. I would think there should be some sort of slide so you could reposition the latch pin or something and retighten but it does not appear that way.

 

[23Ballistic randyvanaken]

Check and see if your latch post or striker is loose 1st thing. Is it your whole door rattling or maybe panel? Door itself check hinges & latch. Should be able to see all the screws easily.

 

[Wes Davis]

It is the entire door, I can physicaly move the door from the outside while its closed. All components are tight, the door latch mechanism needs to be adjusted so it pulls the door tighter against the seals.

 

[Todd Z]

ME, you need a torx bit, Loosen the striker bolt on the jam and slightly push it toward the inside of the truck..and tighten, It may take several tries.. Also a good idea to trace the washer first with a pencil so if you move it too much you know where it started from...

Todd Z

 

[Wes Davis]

Thanks Todd, by any chance would you know what size torx I need?

 

[Todd Z]

ME,

I want to say T-45...

Todd Z

 

[Gavin Allan]

Don't forget to adjust the hinge mounts too. The stiker is only one part of the door adjustment.

 

[P1ps dayz]

Oh very helpful, any one knows the torque in ft\lbs for this striker?

 

[Todd Z]

Make it tight and then give it another 14-1/2 turn... Don't know the exact torque..

Todd Z

 

[Todd Z]

Make it tight and then give it another 14-1/2 turn... Don't know the exact torque..

Todd Z