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Liftgate Alignment

NOTE: The liftgate should be adjusted for even and parallel fit with the liftgate opening and the surrounding panels.
  1. Loosen the 4 hinge-to-liftgate bolts just enough to permit movement of the liftgate.
  2. To adjust the liftgate alignment, shift or shim the hinge as necessary.
    Fig 1: Loosening Hinge-To-Liftgate Bolts
    G04654297Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Tighten the hinge-to-liftgate bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).