Callout
Component Name
1
Liftgate
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
.
Procedure
1. Loosen the 4 liftgate hinge bolts to adjust the liftgate.
2. Adjust the liftgate in order to obtain an even gap between the liftgate and the roof, the quarter outer panel,
the tail lamp and rear bumper fascia and so that the liftgate is flush with the roof, the quarter outer panel, the tail
lamp and rear bumper fascia.
Adjustment:
• Liftgate to roof
(a) 5.5
mm
±
1.0
mm
(0.22
in
±
0.04
in)
• Liftgate to quarter outer panel
(b) 4.0
mm
±
1.0
mm
(0.16
in
±
0.04
in)
• Liftgate to tail lamp
(c) 3.5
mm
±
1.0
mm
(0.14
in
±
0.04
in)
• Liftgate to rear bumper fascia
(d) 5.0
mm
±
1.0
mm
(0.20
in
±
0.04
in)
Tighten
22
N·m (16
lb
ft)
Liftgate Adjustment
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Bolted Exterior Body Panels and Closures
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