Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION













REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

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LIFTGATE GAS SPRING CONNECTION REMOVAL

CAUTION:

- Do not disassemble or throw the liftgate gas spring assembly into the fire.
- Before disposal, make a hole to remove the gas.
- Make sure that the piston rod should not collect any foreign particles.






Slide the pin and remove the liftgate gas spring assembly from the ball joint in the direction of the arrow.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

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LIFTGATE OPENING WEATHERSTRIP INSTALLATION





The marking on the liftgate opening weatherstrip should be positioned at the center of the body.

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LIFTGATE HINGE INSTALLATION





Apply the specified sealant to the liftgate hinge mounting surface, and install the liftgate hinge.
Specified Sealant: 3M(TM) AAD Part No. 8531 Heavy drip check sealer, 3M(TM) AAD Part No. 8646 Automotive joint and seam sealer or equivalent