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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 HUMMER 🢒 2003 🢒 H2 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Liftgate Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .
  3. Remove the wiring harness. Refer to Liftgate Wiring Harness Replacement .
  4. Disconnect the wiper washer hose.
  5. Remove the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .

    6. Object Number: 832253 Size: SH
  6. With an assistant securing the liftgate, remove the bolts (1) retaining the liftgate to the liftgate hinge.
  7. With the aid of an assistant, remove the liftgate from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Transfer components, as necessary, from liftgate being replaced to liftgate being installed.
  2. With the aid of an assistant, install the liftgate to the vehicle.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 832253 Size: SH
  3. Install the bolts (1) that retain the liftgate to the liftgate hinge.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  4. Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .
  5. Connect the wiper washer hose.
  6. Install the wiring harness to the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Wiring Harness Replacement .
  7. Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .