SECTION 18: BODY
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DOB 2490-2789 | X3-45 Commuter PA1605 Maintenance Manual (Final Version – Rev.2 April 2016)
15.4.1 REAR
FENDER
On the "X3" series vehicle, rear fenders are
hinged for maintenance on brakes and
suspension. Each rear fender panel has two
mechanical spring loaded holding devices fixing
it to the vehicle’s structure. Push the spring type
rod sideways to disengage the lock.
FIGURE 37: LEFT REAR FENDER
15.4.2 ENGINE COMPARTMENT R. H. SIDE
DOOR
Engine compartment R. H. side door may be
adjusted for proper fit by untightening hinge
bolts:
1. Loosen the bolts, (1, Figure 38) holding the
hinge to the vehicle structure to shift the
door "LEFT or RIGHT.
2. Loosening the bolts (2, Figure 38) allows the
door to be shifted "UP or DOWN".
FIGURE 38: ENGINE COMPARTMENT R.H. SIDE DOOR
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3. Adjust the door position depending on the
gap needed between exterior finishing
panels (See 6.8, BODY PANEL AND
WINDOW SPACING).
4. Tighten the bolts.
5. Check that the door swings freely and
closes properly. It may be necessary to
adjust the door latch to get proper fit and
operation.
To adjust the latch mechanism (3, Figure 38)
and the striker pin:
1. Open the door to access the striker pin
latch.
2. Slightly loosen the latch on the vehicle.
3. Adjust the latch position to allow easy door
closing.
4. Tighten the striker pin latch bolts.
5. Check door fit and operation.
15.4.3 ENGINE
RADIATOR
DOOR
Radiator door may be adjusted for proper fit by
untightening hinge bolts:
