My 2010 V70 R-design progress thread

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Originally Posted by AlexV70Drive1

Open the window and put your arm though then use your shoulder and lift the door up to get it in line. Works every time when I’ve had to do it and doesn’t require undoing anything. Just from age they get out of alignment slightly, usually on cars with big heavy doors like 3 door cars.

I’ve actually adjusted the striker plate to lift the door as it closes, not ideal but seems to work ok.
Have found hinge repair kits are available, but I can’t feel play in the hinges. These need pressing in though and therefore the door taking off. Not doing that!