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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the left tail lamp assembly. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  2. Swing open the endgate.

  3. Object Number: 1284422  Size: SH
  4. Remove the sealing strip (1) covering the striker access hole.

  5. Object Number: 902630  Size: SH
  6. Remove the nuts (4) retaining the upper striker (1) to the body.
  7. Remove the upper striker and shim, if equipped, from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 902630  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper striker (1) and shim, if equipped, to the vehicle.
  2. Install the nuts (4) retaining the upper striker to the vehicle.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts only until the striker will not rock up and down, but can slide up and down.

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Close the endgate so that it is fully latched.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the upper striker nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1284422  Size: SH
  6. Install the sealing strip (1) covering the striker access hole.
  7. Install the left tail lamp assembly. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.