Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Montana, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 2002 Chevrolet Venture. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With an assistant, align marks on liftgate with liftgate hinges.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- With an assistant, install the liftgate hinge bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the hinge bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Strut Replacement - Lift Gate .
- Remove the protective coverings.
- Install the wiper motor. Refer to WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT - REAR .
- Install the rear speakers to the liftgate. Refer to SPEAKER REPLACEMENT - REAR .
- Install the liftgate wiring harness. Refer to Wiring Harness Replacement - Lift Gate .
- Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lift Gate .
- Install the liftgate pull strap. Refer to Pullstrap Replacement - Lift Gate .
- Remove the support and close the liftgate.
- Install the rear washer nozzle. Refer to WASHER NOZZLE REPLACEMENT - REAR .
- Install the rear wiper arm. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT - REAR .