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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the strut ball to lid or body by turning clockwise into the weldnut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the strut ball to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  2. Install the strut. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE .
  3. Install the support. Close liftgate.
    Fig 1: Installing Lift Gate Strut Ball Stud
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