Preliminary ProceduresRemove the liftgate. Refer toLiftgate Replacement.Lower the rear of the headliner to access the inner bolts.Refer toHeadlining Trim Panel Replacement.Use a grease pencil to mark the liftgate hinge position tothe body prior to removal. | |
1 | Liftgate Hinge Nut (Qty:-4) Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Tighten25-Y(18-lb-ft) |
2 | Liftgate Hinge Procedure Adjust the liftgate if needed. |
Suspension Strut Disposal Strut Assembly
Warning:Use the proper eye protection when drilling to prevent metalchips from causing physical injury.Clamp the strut in a vise horizontally with the rod-(1) completely extended.Drill a hole in the strut at the center of the end cap-(3) using a 5-mm (3/16-in)drill bit. Gas or a gas/oil mixture will ...