Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

REPLACEMENT

NOTE:
- When removing and installing the tailgate, an assistant is necessary.
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the upper trim (A) and side trim (B).
3. Remove the tailgate trim (C).
4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
Replace and damaged clips.





LATCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the tailgate trim.
2. Disconnect the connector (B).




3. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the latch assembly (A).




4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
- Make sure the connector is connected properly.
- Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.

OUTSIDE HANDLE REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the tailgate trim.
2. Remove the tailgate garnish.
3. After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the outside handle (A).




4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
Make sure the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.

TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP REPLACEMENT

NOTE:
Do not apply sealant to the body.

1. Remove the tailgate weather strip (A).




2. Installation is the reverse of removal.

ADJUSTMENT

1. After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tailgate by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2. Adjust the tailgate fit by turning the tailgate overslam bumper (C) and side bumper (B).
3. Adjust the striker (D) by moving it up or down, or right or left.