Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Remove the liftgate door sill plate. Refer to
Liftgate Sill Trim Plate Replacement.
- Mark the location of the striker with a grease pencil.
- Remove fasteners from the striker (1).
Note: Using a grease pencil, mark the strikers location prior to removal.
- Remove the striker and shims, if equipped, from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Position the striker, to the location marks.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the fasteners (1) to the striker.
Tighten
Tighten fasteners to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the liftgate door sill plate. Refer to
Liftgate Sill Trim Plate Replacement.