Removal Procedure
- Open the liftgate.
- Mark the location of the striker with a grease pencil for installation purposes.
- Remove bolts from liftgate striker.
- Remove liftgate striker from vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Align the striker to the marks made in the removal procedure.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the liftgate striker bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the liftgate striker retaining bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Check liftgate closing efforts and align striker as required. Refer to
Lock Striker Adjustment
.
- Close the liftgate.