Tailgate - SPORTBRAKE (G2136526): Installation
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Install the 2 bump stop.
- Install the tailgate open switch.
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- Install the left wiring harness.
- Reposition the grommet.
- Secure the left wire harness to the tailgate.
- Connect the electrical connector to the parking aid camera.
- Connect the electrical connector to the tailgate open switch.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Install the license plate lamp.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Connect the electrical connector to the license plate lamp.
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CAUTION: Make sure that the retaining clip is secured correctly.NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
- Install the rear fog lamp.
- Install the 3 retaining nuts.
Torque : 4 Nm
- Connect the electrical connector.
- Install the new tailgate trim finisher.
Renew Part: Tailgate finisher Quantity: 1 .
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- Install the tailgate control module (TGCM).
- Install the 2 retaining clips.
- Connect the 2 electrical connectors to the tailgate control module (TGCM).
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- Install the tailgate closing motor.
- Connect the electrical connector to the tailgate closing motor.
- Install the latch cable.
- Connect the electrical connector to the latch.
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- Install the latch.
- Install the 2 retaining bolts.
Torque : 8 Nm
- Install the latch cover trim.
- Install the rear window.
Refer to: REAR WINDOW - SPORTBRAKE
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CAUTION: Install new retaining clips.NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
- Install the new retaining clips.
Renew Part: Tailgate finisher Quantity: 1 .
- Carefully install the tailgate anti-trap sensor.
- Install the new retaining clips.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Connect the electrical connector to the tailgate anti-trap sensor.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Install the tailgate actuator.
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- Connect the electrical connector to the activity key transceiver module.
- Install the activity key transceiver module.
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- With assistance, install the tailgate assembly.
- Align the tailgate.
- Tighten the 4 retaining nuts.
Torque : 24 Nm
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NOTE:
- Only do this step if a new tailgate has been installed.
- For successful adhesion, the temperature of the badge adhesive must be at least 20°C. Heat the component if required.
- The temperature difference between the badge adhesive and the vehicle surface must be less than 5°C.
- The new tailgate badge is supplied on a cassette which is highlighted in blue on the illustration.
- Clean the area prior to installation of the tailgate badge with a suitable cleaner.
- Install the tailgate badge to the dimensions shown in the illustration.
- Enable even contact with the part curvature and apply even pressure over the cassette.
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NOTE:
- Only do this step if a new tailgate has been installed.
- For successful adhesion, the temperature of the badge adhesive must be at least 20°C. Heat the component if required.
- The temperature difference between the badge adhesive and the vehicle surface must be less than 5°C.
- The new tailgate badge is supplied on a cassette which is highlighted in blue on the illustration.
- Clean the area prior to installation of the tailgate badge with a suitable cleaner.
- Install the tailgate badge to the dimensions shown in the illustration.
- Enable even contact with the part curvature and apply even pressure over the cassette.
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CAUTION: This step is for tailgate badges with cassettes measuring 130 mm x 65 mm only.NOTE:
- Only do this step if a new tailgate has been installed.
- For successful adhesion, the temperature of the badge adhesive must be at least 20°C. Heat the component if required.
- The temperature difference between the badge adhesive and the vehicle surface must be less than 5°C.
- The new tailgate badge is supplied on a cassette which is highlighted in blue on the illustration.
- Clean the area prior to installation of the tailgate badge with a suitable cleaner.
- Install the tailgate badge to the dimensions shown in the illustration.
- Enable even contact with the part curvature and apply even pressure over the cassette.
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CAUTION: This step is for tailgate badges with cassettes measuring 130 mm x 80 mm only.NOTE:
- Only do this step if a new tailgate has been installed.
- For successful adhesion, the temperature of the badge adhesive must be at least 20°C. Heat the component if required.
- The temperature difference between the badge adhesive and the vehicle surface must be less than 5°C.
- The new tailgate badge is supplied on a cassette which is highlighted in blue on the illustration.
- Clean the area prior to installation of the tailgate badge with a suitable cleaner.
- Install the tailgate badge to the dimensions shown in the illustration.
- Enable even contact with the part curvature and apply even pressure over the cassette.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Connect the tailgate actuator to the body.
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- Connect the electrical connectors to the body harness.
- Secure the wiring harnesses.
- Install the washer jet hose.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Install the grommets.
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Install the access cover.
- Install the tailgate aperture seal.
- Install the headliner.
Refer to: HEADLINER - SPORTBRAKE
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NOTE: Repeat the step for the other side.
Install the hinge covers.
- Install the rear spoiler.
Refer to: REAR SPOILER - SPORTBRAKE
- Connect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT