To raise a door that is sagging at the rear (hitting the striker), where should the upper hinge be moved?

• A. Downward on the door frame
• B. Ahead where it bolts to the cowl
• C. Rearward toward the hinge pillar
• D. Lateral toward the fender

Answer: (B)

Raising a sagging rear door is done by adjusting the hinge line. The door is hung on two hinges, and the upper hinge defines how the door tilts when it’s closed. Moving that upper hinge forward toward the cowl shifts the hinge axis so the door tilts upward at the rear. That tilt raises the back edge enough to clear or stop contacting the striker, improving the fit and reducing the sag. After making this adjustment, recheck all gaps and the latch to ensure smooth operation and even alignment. Moving the hinge in other directions would tilt the door the wrong way and won’t fix the sag.