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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Rendezvous - FWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Endgate Lock Striker Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 621897 Size: SH
  1. Open the endgate.
  2. Mark the location of the endgate strikers with a grease pencil.
  3. Remove the screws from the endgate strikers.

    4. Important: Mark the endgate strikers and shims (RT or LT) for reinstallation.

  4. Remove the endgate strikers and shims from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 621897 Size: SH
  1. Position the endgate strikers and shims to the locations marks.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the screws to the endgate strikers.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the endgate strikers to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Close the endgate and inspect for proper fit and operation.
  4. Adjust the endgate, if required. Refer to Endgate Hinge Replacement .