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<02> Door Latching
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Subject: <02> Door Latching
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From: ingraham@domain.elided (Curtis A. Ingraham)
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Date: Thu, 15 Aug 1996 07:58:14 -0700
Joe Yurko <jmyurko@domain.elided> said:
> I'm having difficulty closing the passenger side door on my '76 2002.
> The latch will not engage unless I slam the door. This usually takes
> 3-4 tries ...
This can be caused by a loose strike plate on the door jamb. It appears
to be tight but moves inward when you close the door. Try loosening it,
moving it outward slightly, then tightening it. If that helps, adjust
it so the door is flush with the body when closed, then tighten it
securely.
Curt Ingraham
ingraham@domain.elided