Removal Procedure
- Open the endgate (drop mode).
- Using a grease pencil, mark the position of the right upper striker.
- Remove the bolts (1) retaining the right upper striker to the vehicle.
- Remove the striker and shim, if equipped, from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the striker and shim, if equipped,
to the vehicle.
- Position the striker to the body using the alignment marks.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the bolts (1) retaining the striker to the vehicle.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Close the endgate, inspecting for proper operation and alignment. Refer
to
Endgate Adjustment
.