Section 540 (Body - Interior & Exterior): Liftgate: Striker-Latch: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the liftgate latch striker (1) to the inside of the liftgate opening lower panel.
- Install and tighten the two screws (2) that secure the latch striker to the liftgate opening lower panel. Tighten the screws to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
- Adjust the latch striker position as necessary to achieve proper liftgate latch operation.
- Reinstall the scuff plate trim panel to the liftgate opening lower panel.
- Close the liftgate.