Liftgate

LIFTGATE

REMOVAL

1. Release liftgate latch and raise liftgate.
2. Support liftgate on prop rod.
3. Using a suitable marking device, mark position of liftgate studs on liftgate hinge.

Fig. 7:

4. Remove support cylinders from liftgate (Fig. 7).
5. With aid of a helper to support the liftgate, remove nuts attaching hinge to liftgate.
6. Remove liftgate from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. With aid of a helper, position liftgate to the vehicle.
2. Loosely install the nuts attaching liftgate to the liftgate hinges.
3. Align liftgate hinge studs to marks made on hinges.
4. Tighten nuts attaching liftgate to liftgate hinges.
5. Verify that the liftgate is properly aligned to the roof panel, Refer to Body and Frame / Specifications.

NOTE: Due to the rearward pressure exerted by the support cylinders on the liftgate, the body gap between the liftgate and the roof panel, without the support cylinders installed, should be adjusted 3 mm less than the gap specified in the Specifications section of this group. This will provide the correct body gap once the support cylinders are installed.

6. Install support cylinders to the ball studs on liftgate.
7. Verify liftgate operation. Adjust as necessary.