Rugged Ridge Upper Door Kit, Rear, Black, 07-14 Jeep 4-Door Wrangler (JK) - Manual (Page 4)

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Door Seal Adjustment Procedures (Front Doors)
13. From inside of vehicle inspect upper door frames for visible light entering around the door seal. If light is
visible frames will need to be bent slightly inward (towards vehicle) to eliminate gaps.
14. Before proceeding make sure steps (4 - 12) have been followed correctly. Upper door frames must be
centered within door frame and a 1/8” gap visible at top corners (Pic. 19). Failure to align upper doors
correctly may result in leaks around seals.
Pic. 19
15. Upper door frame corners will need to be adjusted independently. Start with upper corner that appears to
have the largest visible gap (Pic. 20). Open door and grab the base of frame and top corner. Pull frame back
from the top (Pic. 21). Small adjustments should be made (DO NOT OVER BEND). Close door and inspect for
visible light. Continue to make small adjustments to achieve best fit.
Pic. 20 Pic. 21
16. Inspect opposite corner for gap. Some adjustment is suggested even if no light is visible. This will ensure a
tight seal. Open door and grab the base of frame and top corner. Pull frame back from the top (Pic. 22).
Small adjustments should be made (DO NOT OVER BEND). Close door and inspect for visible light. Continue
to make small adjustments until a tight seal is made around door opening.
17. Open and close front door several times. Upper door front corner should just make contact with windshield
frame as the door is closed. If upper door is bent too far inward the door will not close correctly and the
upper door will need to be bent back out. To bend outward grab the base of frame and top corner. Hold
base and push outward on frame. Small adjustments should be made (DO NOT OVER BEND). Open and
close door between each bend until slight contact is made as door is closed (Pic. 23).
18. For final inspection close door and check door alignment one more time. If upper door is not centered and
or has more than a 1/8” gap at top corners the frame will need to be readjusted using adjustment collars.
Adjust lowest corner first. Loosen set screw in adjustment collar (Pic. 24). Repeat steps (6-18) as needed.
When door is positioned correctly tighten collar set screws.
Pic. 22 Pic. 23 Pic. 24