Liftgate

Components and Component Location

Components

Repair Procedures

Adjustment

1. 1
   Remove the rear door trim. (Refer to Rear Door - "Rear Door Trim")
2. 2
   Remove the rear door trim panel seal (A).

   

3. 3
   Carefully slide the rear window glass (A) so that the glass mounting bolts are visible, then loosen them.

   

4. 4
   Make sure the glass moves smoothly.

1. 1
   Loosen the screws (B) just enough to allow the latch to move.

   Tightening torque: 16.7–22 N·m

   

2. 2
   Tap the striker with a plastic hammer to adjust it. The striker will not move much, but will allow some adjustment.
3. 3
   Hold the outside handle and press the door against the body to make sure the striker allows flush seating. If the door latches correctly, tighten the screws and recheck.

1. 1
   Make sure the door and body edges are parallel.

   

2. 2
   When adjusting the doors, place the vehicle on a hard, level surface.
3. 3
   Adjust at the hinges (A):

   • Slightly loosen the door mounting bolts and move the door inward or outward until it is flush with the body.
   • Slightly loosen the hinge mounting bolts and move the door forward or backward, up or down, to align the gaps.
   • Place a shop towel on the jack to avoid damaging the door during adjustment.

   Tightening torque: (B): 9.8–19.6 N·m (C): 33.3–41 N·m

   

4. 4
   Apply grease to the hinge moving parts indicated by the arrows.
5. 5
   Check for water leaks.