Body

Liftgate Adjustment

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1. Measure the gap and height difference between the liftgate and the body.

2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts and adjust the gap by moving the liftgate.


    Standard clearance
  • a: 5.0―7.0 mm {0.20―0.27 in}

  • b: -2.0―0 mm {-0.078―0 in}

  • c: 3.0―6.0 mm {0.12―0.23 in}

  • d: -1.4―1.6 mm {-0.055―0.062 in}

  • e: 2.5―6.5 mm {0.10―0.25 in}

  • f: -0.9―3.0 mm {-0.03―0.11 in}

  • g: 4.0―8.0 mm {0.16―0.31 in}

3. Tighten the bolts.

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