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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. | Remove the tailgate frame upper trim.
2. | Remove the tailgate glass side trim.
3. | Remove the tailgate trim panel.
4. | Remove the rear wiper arm.
5. | Remove the hexagonal nut.
6. | Remove the rear wiper motor mounting 3 bolts and disconnect the wire connector. Remove the rear wiper motor.
7. | Remove the tailgate lifter with ball joint.
When replacing the tailgate lifter, the ball joint should be replaced at the same time.
Tightening torque: 11~16 Nm (110~160 kg•cm, 8~12 lb•ft)
ADJUSTMENT
1. | Adjust the striker upward or downward, and rightward or leftward until the tailgate is flush with the rear edge of the body.
2. | Adjust the tailgate hinges rightward or leftward as necessary to equalizer the gap between the tailgate and body.