How to adjust the door striker on Pontiac Fiero?

The door latch striker consists of a metal bolt and washer assembly threaded into a tapped, floating cage plate in the body pillar, allowing for fore and aft positioning and vertical adjustment. The door locks when the fork bolt engages the striker bolt. To check for fore and aft adjustment, ensure proper door alignment, apply modeling clay to the lock bolt opening, and close the door just enough to form an impression in the clay, noting if the impression is centered. The striker should be centered within minimum and maximum allowable dimensions of 3/32-inch and 6/32-inch, respectively. If not centered, remove the striker using a special wrench and install spacers as needed, available in 3/32-inch and 5/32-inch sizes. After reinstalling the striker, tighten it to the specified torque and check for vertical and horizontal adjustments. If the striker is misaligned, remove it again and enlarge the hole with a flat end rotary file to avoid damaging the tapped cage plate, then reinstall and tighten to the specified torque.

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Pontiac Fiero Stkr Assembly, Front Door Lock
Part Number: 20464563
Product Specifications
- Other Name: STRIKER, Door Lock Striker
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1988 Pontiac Fiero | 2 DOOR, GT 2 DOOR, SE 2 DOOR, SPORT 2 DOOR | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 2.8L

Pontiac Fiero Door Striker

By locking the door to the body, the Pontiac Fiero Door Striker allows the door to align properly for a quiet ride and a good seal when the door handle clicks. This small U-shaped metal piece works together with the latch. It guides the door into its final position and helps keep it tight to avoid rattles and slamming. The Door Striker is secured to the door jamb by two bolts. During installation, it can be shifted a few millimeters, allowing the owner to do some fine tuning. To adjust the fit, the owner loosens the screws and closes the door to test it. Next, they will gently nudge the Door Striker plate with a hammer before finally tightening everything down. With constant opening and closing of the door over the years, corrosion or wear on the pin makes the door hard to close. Replacing the Door Striker will restore the crisp factory sound, which is a quick fix at an affordable cost. Pontiac models exhibit two styles of this part. The first is the untreated steel version that was applied on early Fiero production. The second is a zinc coated corrosion resistant option that better fights rust. However, the report indicates that the two styles are identical in their dimensions and adjustment steps. Cleaning and applying a little lubricant twice yearly will keep the Door Striker working well and prevent sag or misalignment that could overwork the hinges and ruin that unique sports car feel Pontiac Fiero owners love.

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Pontiac Fiero Door Striker Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Stkr Assembly, Front Door Lock
20464563
Q: How to adjust the door striker on Pontiac Fiero?
A:
The door latch striker consists of a metal bolt and washer assembly threaded into a tapped, floating cage plate in the body pillar, allowing for fore and aft positioning and vertical adjustment. The door locks when the fork bolt engages the striker bolt. To check for fore and aft adjustment, ensure proper door alignment, apply modeling clay to the lock bolt opening, and close the door just enough to form an impression in the clay, noting if the impression is centered. The striker should be centered within minimum and maximum allowable dimensions of 3/32-inch and 6/32-inch, respectively. If not centered, remove the striker using a special wrench and install spacers as needed, available in 3/32-inch and 5/32-inch sizes. After reinstalling the striker, tighten it to the specified torque and check for vertical and horizontal adjustments. If the striker is misaligned, remove it again and enlarge the hole with a flat end rotary file to avoid damaging the tapped cage plate, then reinstall and tighten to the specified torque.