Removal Procedure
- Remove the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to
Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement.
- Use a grease pencil to mark the liftgate latch striker position.
- Remove the bolts securing the liftgate latch striker to the vehicle.
- Remove the liftgate latch striker and the gasket from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Position the liftgate latch striker and the gasket to the vehicle.
- Install the bolts that secure the liftgate latch striker to the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Adjust the liftgate latch striker as necessary.
Tighten
Tighten the latch striker bolts to 25 N·m (20 lb ft).
- Install the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to
Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement.