Lock Striker Replacement - Endgate (Tahoe/Yukon Adjustment)
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- Remove the rear sill plate trim panel. Refer to Door Protector Replacement - Rear .
- Loosen the striker bolts.
- Move the assembly, forward or backward, in order to obtain the proper close of the liftgate.
- Ensure that the endgate seals completely with the minimum closing effort.
Tighten: Tighten the striker assembly to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
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