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Body - Interior & Exterior: DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate: Hinge: Removal: Removal

Fig 1: Liftgate Harness
GC0085174Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
NOTE:

It is not necessary to remove the liftgate to replace one or both hinges. The hinges can be replaced one at a time.

NOTE:

A suitable body sealant should be used when removing or moving the hinges.

  1. Support liftgate on a suitable lifting device.
  2. Disconnect liftgate harness and washer hose.
    Fig 2: Liftgate Hinge Bolts
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  3. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the location of the hinge to aid installation.
  4. Remove the two bolts that secure the liftgate hinge (1) to the liftgate.
    Fig 3: Liftgate Hinge Nuts & Fastener
    GC0085175Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Carefully, move down headliner and remove two nuts and one fastener. Remove hinge from vehicle.