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Installation Procedure

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  1. With an assistant, safely support the endgate in the open position in order to install the endgate to the vehicle.
  2. Install the hinge pins to the right hinges.
  3. Install the hinge pins to the left hinges.
  4. Install the new hinge pin retainers.
  5. Install the endgate supports. Refer to SUPPORT CABLE REPLACEMENT - END GATE (UTILITY) .
  6. Install the endgate struts. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT - END GATE .
  7. Install the grommet to the endgate.
    Fig 1: Hinge Pins
    G01478229Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the endgate window washer fluid hose.
  9. Connect the electrical connectors, as needed.
  10. Install the endgate opening sill plate. Refer to DOOR SILL PLATE REPLACEMENT -- END GATE in Interior Trim.
  11. Install the endgate torque rod. Refer to TORQUE ROD REPLACEMENT - END GATE .
    Fig 2: Connecting Electrical Connectors
    G01478230Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the endgate mounted spare tire reinforcement (if equipped).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  13. Tighten the bolts retaining the spare tire reinforcement.

    Tighten

    Tighten the reinforcement bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in)

    Fig 3: Endgate Mounted Spare Tire Reinforcement
    G01478231Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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