Removal and Replacement

Liftgate Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the upper and lower liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the liftgate window. Refer to Liftgate Window Replacement (Service and Repair) in Stationary Windows.
3. Remove the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Liftgate Latch Striker Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Remove the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
5. Remove the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Mark the location of the liftgate hinges to the liftgate with a grease pencil.
7. Remove the bolts from the liftgate hinges, with an assistant.
8. Remove the liftgate from the vehicle , with an assistant and place outside face down on a clean padded surface.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the liftgate hinges to the marked location points on the liftgate, with an assistant.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the bolts to the liftgate hinges, with an assistant.

Tighten the liftgate hinge bolts to 33 Nm (28 lb ft).

3. Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement (Service and Repair).
4. Install the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Liftgate Latch Striker Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Install the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
6. Install the liftgate window. Refer to Liftgate Window Replacement (Service and Repair) in Stationary Windows.
7. Install the upper and lower liftgate trim panels. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).
8. Adjust the liftgate as required. Refer to. Endgate Hinge Replacement (Endgate Hinge Replacement)