Removal and Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Bumper fascia is made of plastic. Do not use excessive force and be sure to keep oil away from it.
Back door lock system adjustment: Adjust lock & striker so that they are in the center. After adjustment, check back door lock operation.
Back door hatch lock system adjustment: Adjust lock & striker so that they are in the center. After adjustment, check back door hatch lock operation.
Opener cable: Do not attempt to bend cable using excessive force.
After installation, make sure that back door and fuel filler lid open smoothly.
WARNING:
- Be careful not to scratch back door stay and/or back door hatch stay when installing back door and/or back door hatch. A scratched stay may cause gas leakage.
- The contents of the back door stay and back door hatch stay are under pressure. Do not take apart, puncture, apply heat or allow fire near them.