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Liftgate Alignment

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  1. WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION (EXCEPT ELECTRIC) . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

    Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .

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  2. Remove the liftgate striker bolts and striker.
  3. Loosen the 4 liftgate hinge-to-liftgate bolts until the liftgate is able to move slightly.
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  4. Align the liftgate to the body. Refer to: Body and Frame .
  5. Tighten the 4 liftgate hinge-to-liftgate bolts.

    Torque

    : 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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  6. Install and align the liftgate striker and bolts.
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