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Flip-Up Glass - Installation






INSTALLATION






NOTE: Some assistance may be necessary for glass installation.

1. Position liftgate glass on vehicle.
2. Install hinge nuts (1). Center glass to liftgate. Tighten hinge bolts to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
3. Following a torque sequence, (outer left; outer right; inner right; inner left) tighten hinge bolts to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.)
4. Open and support the glass.
5. Install support cylinders (3)Gas Prop - Installation.





6. Open tailgate.
7. Connect heated glass electrical connector (2).
8. Adjust liftgate glass as necessary.





9. Install the rear washer solvent supply line (4) to the spoiler (1).
10. Connect third brake light wiring connector.
11. Align the spoiler at the hinges (2) and at the mounting holes (3) through the liftgate glass.





12. Carefully lift glass.
13. Install the hinge nuts (5). Tighten to 7 N.m (60 in. lbs.).
14. Install the spoiler mounting screws (4). Tighten to 5.5 N.m (49 in. lbs.).





15. Connect the courtesy light (2) connector.
16. Install the upper cover (3).
17. Check flip-up glass and hatch (1) for proper operation.

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