Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

Liftgate Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove liftgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate (Rendezvous) (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the liftgate window. Refer to Window Replacement - Liftgate (Buick) (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Latch Striker Replacement - Liftgate (Rendezvous) (Service and Repair) .
4. Remove the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
5. Disconnect the liftgate electrical connector.




6. Remove the liftgate struts. Refer to Strut Replacement - Liftgate (Service and Repair) .




7. Mark the location of the liftgate hinges to the liftgate with a grease pencil.
8. Remove the bolts from the liftgate hinges, with an assistant.
9. 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 .

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

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





3. Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Strut Replacement - Liftgate (Service and Repair) .
4. Connect the liftgate electrical connector.
5. Install the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Latch Striker Replacement - Liftgate (Rendezvous) (Service and Repair) .
6. Install the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
7. Install the liftgate window. Refer to Window Replacement - Liftgate (Buick) (Service and Repair) .
8. Install the upper and lower liftgate trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate (Rendezvous) (Service and Repair) .
9. Adjust the liftgate as required. Refer to. Hinge Replacement - Liftgate (Rendezvous) (Service and Repair)