Trunk / Liftgate: Adjustments

ADJUSTMENTS

NOTE: The position of the liftgate can be adjusted upward or downward by the use of slots in the hinge. An inward or outward adjustment is achieved by use of slots in the body. If an inward or outward adjustment is needed, use a body sealer on the hinge to body mating surface.

In/out
1. Remove the upper liftgate trim.
2. For the upper lift gate adjustments, loosen the hinge to header bolts and adjust to specifications (Fig. 4).
3. Tighten the hinge bolts to 28 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
4. For the lower lift gate adjustments, loosen the striker screws and adjust to specifications (Fig. 8).
5. Tighten the striker screws to 28 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the upper liftgate opening trim.

Up/Down and Left/Right
1. Loosen the hinge to liftgate bolts (Fig. 9).
2. Loosen the striker screws (Fig. 8).
3. Adjust the liftgate up/down position and tighten the hinge bolts to 28 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
4. Confirm the lower liftgate in/out position and tighten the striker screws to 10 N.m (85 in. lbs.).