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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the liftgate window to the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.
  2. IMPORTANT: Do not open the liftgate once the hinge pins have been removed from the liftgate window.
    Fig 1: Installing Hinge Pins
    GM696090Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. With the liftgate closed align the liftgate windows hinge pin holes, install the hinge pins (1).
  4. Install the hinge pin C-clips (2) and (3) to the liftgate window hinge pins.
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Liftgate Window & Related Components
    GM698590Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Open the liftgate window.

    With the aid of an assistant install the struts (3) to the liftgate window. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - Lift Gate .

  7. Install the outside handle (4) and striker to the liftgate window.
  8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Install the liftgate window handle bolts (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the liftgate window handle bolts (3) to the striker plate to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

  10. Fig 3: View Of Liftgate Window Handle Bolts And Defogger Grid Electrical Connectors
    GM698542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors (2) to the right and left sides.
  12. Install the liftgate upper molding. Refer to MOLDING REPLACEMENT - LIFTGATE UPPER in Exterior Trim.
  13. Fig 4: Identifying Liftgate Window & Related Components
    GM698590Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Inspect the operations of the liftgate window and center high mounted stop lamp (CHMSL).
  15. Close the liftgate window.