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Liftgate Weatherstrip Replacement



Liftgate Weatherstrip Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the liftgate.




2. Pull the liftgate weatherstrip from the liftgate opening.
3. Clean all adhesive from the liftgate opening pinch-weld flange.



Installation Procedure






Important: A mastic/sealer/glue is inside of new liftgate weatherstrips. If a new weatherstrip in being installed, weatherstrip adhesive should not be used.

If the liftgate weatherstrip is reused, weatherstrip adhesive should be used.

1. Install the weatherstrip to the pinch-weld.
2. Starting at the bottom center of the liftgate opening pinch-weld flange and working towards the top center, being careful not to stretch the liftgate weatherstrip, align the colored dots to the pinch-weld corners.
3. Use a rubber mallet to ensure full engagement of the liftgate weatherstrip to the pinch-weld flange.
4. Close the liftgate.