Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

ADJUSTMENTS

NOTE: The position of the liftgate can be adjusted upward or downward by the use of slots in the hinge. An inward or outward adjustment is achieved by use of slots in the body. If an inward or outward adjustment is needed, use a body sealer on the hinge to body mating surface.

In/out





1. Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, remove the upper rear headliner trim.
2. For the upper lift gate in/out adjustments, loosen the two hinge to header bolts and four nuts and adjust to specifications .
3. Tighten the hinge bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
4. Position the headliner back into place and seat the push pin fasteners fully.





5. Remove the liftgate scuff plate, Scuff Plate - Removal.
6. For the lower lift gate adjustments, loosen the striker screws (4) and adjust to specifications
7. Tighten the striker screws to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the liftgate scuff plate, Scuff Plate - Installation.
9. Position the upper rear headliner trim and seat fully.

Up/Down and Left/Right





1. Loosen the hinge to liftgate bolts (1).





2. Remove the liftgate scuff plate, Scuff Plate - Removal.
3. Loosen the striker screws (4).
4. Adjust the liftgate up/down position and tighten the hinge bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
5. Confirm the lower liftgate in/out position and tighten the striker screws to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the liftgate scuff plate, Scuff Plate - Installation.