Installation

INSTALLATION





1. Have a helper lift the liftgate and install the two bolts (1) for each hinge from inside the roof panel. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).




2. Using a suitable propping device, prop the rear liftgate up and install the gas prop (2) to its mount point. The install the upper lock cap (1) on the gas prop.
3. Connect the following harness connections:
- Right and left defroster harness connections.
- Right and left license plate lamp harness connections.
- Ground lug G302.
- Antenna amplifier harness connector.
- Rear liftgate lock switch.
- Pneumatic lock air line.
- Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) harness connector.
- Rear spoiler limit switch and motor harness connectors.





4. Install the rubber grommet (1) to the liftgate.




5. Install the trim panel to the liftgate. Service and Repair.
6. Align the liftgate. .