LIFTGATE ADJUSTMENT

1. Measure the gap and height difference between the liftgate and the body.

2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation nuts and adjust the liftgate.

• If necessary, loosen the liftgate lock striker installation bolts and adjust the liftgate. (See LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

Standard clearance

a: 5.0-7.0 mm {0.20-0.27 in}

b: -2.0-0 mm {-0.07-0 in}

c: 3.5-6.5 mm {0.14-0.25 in}

d: -1.7-0.7 mm {-0.067-0.027 in}

e: 4.0-8.0 mm {0.16-0.31 in}

3. Tighten the nuts or bolts.