Use a screwdriver to unscrew each screw on the door hinge.
Self adjusting door hinges.
Unscrew the bottom door hinge on your door.
Install a doorstop under the outer edge.
Check the gap between the unhinged side of your door and the frame.
How to adjust entry door hinges 1.
Wedge the stop under the door as.
Open the door to a 90 degree angle.
Start by removing the locking pin photo 1.
If the self closing door to your garage isn t closing hard enough to latch properly or the door slams shut you can adjust the spring hinge tension with a hex wrench and pliers.
Then add or release tension until you get the proper close rate photo 2.
Adjusting hinges on doors with big gaps 1.
I ll bet that you never knew you could adjust a self closing door hing.
Tighten the screws where each hinge attaches to the.
Cut 1 4 inch wide wedges from.
If there s a large gap between the door and the.
Remove the locking pin.
Set up a power or cordless drill with a screw tip attachment.
However if your door slams or doesn t latch properly as it closes you may need to use a couple of tools to loosen or tighten the spring tension.