Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

LIFTGATE ADJUSTMENT

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

2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts and adjust the gap by moving the liftgate.






Standard clearance
- a: 5.5 - 7.5 mm {0.22-0.29 in}
- b: -2.0 - 0.0 mm {-0.079-0 in}
- c: 3.9 - 8.5 mm {0.16-0.33 in}
- d: 2.6 - 3.0 mm {0.103-0.118 in}
- e: 3.3 - 6.7 mm {0.13-0.26 in}
- f: -1.7 - 1.7 mm {-0.066-0.066 in}
- g: 2.5 - 6.5 mm {0.1-0.25 in}
- h: -4.4 - 0.4 mm {-0.17-0.01 in}
- i: 4.0 - 8.0 mm {0.16-0.31 in}

3. Tighten the bolts.

4. If the liftgate does not open/close smoothly, adjust it by loosening the liftgate lock striker installation screw.

5. Spray or pour water on the door and surrounding area using a hose or high pressure water pressure car wash and verify that there is no water leakage.