Alignment tool for a closure latch for a vehicle

Abstract

An apparatus for aligning a latch to a striker of a vehicle door is provided. The apparatus includes a frame configured to be attached to the vehicle door, and a base coupled to the frame. The frame includes a body, a first arm and a second arm. The body defines an opening configured to receive the striker. The first arm extends from the body, and includes a first inner surface. The second arm extends from the body, and includes a second inner surface. The base includes an upper surface that defines a recess that extends inward from the end that abuts the frame. The recess is configured to receive a portion of the striker that passes through the opening in the frame. The first inner surface, the second inner surface, and the upper surface are configured to align the latch to the striker when the vehicle door is closed.

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