Removal Procedure
- Remove the endgate window supports. Refer to
Window Support Replacement - Endgate
.
- Remove the hinge pin retainers and discard.
- Remove the endgate window assembly from the vehicle.
- Remove the endgate window garnish molding.
- Remove the hinge (1) to the endgate window assembly nuts(2).
- Remove the hinge from the endgate window.
Installation Procedure
- Install the hinge (1) to the endgate window.
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.
- Install the hinge
to the endgate window assembly nuts (2).
Tighten
Tighten the hinge to the endgate window assembly nuts to 23 N·m
(17 lb ft).
- Install the endgate window garnish molding.
- Install the endgate window assembly (3) to the vehicle.
- Install the hinge pin.
- Install new hinge pin retainers.
- Install the endgate window supports. Refer to
Window Support Replacement - Endgate
.