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Replacement
Tail Gate Assembly Replacement
• | When removing and installing the tail gate, an assistant is necessary.
• | Take care not to damaged the tail gate and body.
1. | Remove the following items.
A. | Tail gate frame upper trim & Tail gate center trim
B. | Tail gate trim
C. | Tail gate frame side trim
2. | Remove the washer nozzle hose (C).
3. | Disconnect the connectors and tail gate wiring harness (B).
4. | After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate assembly (A).
Tightening torque : 21.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.2 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 15.9 ~ 19.5 lb-ft)
5. | Using a screwdriver, lift the socket clips (A) up slightly on both ends of the tail gate lifter (B).
6. | Installation is the reverse of removal.
• | Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks securely.
• | Adjust the tail gate alignment.
• | Make sure the connectors are connected in properly.
• | Replace any damage clips.
Tail Gate Trim Replacement
• | When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
• | Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. | Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the tail gate frame upper trim (A) and tail gate center trim (B).
2. | Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the tail gate trim (A).
3. | After loosening the mounting screws, then remove the tail gate frame side trim (A).
4. | Installation is the reverse of removal.
• | Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks securely.
• | Replace any damaged clips.
Tail Gate Latch Replacement
• | When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
• | Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. | Remove the following items:
A. | Tail gate center trim
B. | Tail gate trim
2. | Disconnect the tail gate latch connector (A).
3. | After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the tail gate latch assembly (A).
Tightening torque : 6.9 ~ 10.8N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
4. | Installation is the reverse of removal
• | Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks securely.
• | Make sure the connector is connected properly and the connecting rod is connected properly.
• | Replace any damaged clips.
Tail Gate Outside Handle Replacement
• | When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
• | Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. | Remove the following items:
A. | Tail gate center trim
B. | Tail gate trim
2. | Disconnect the tail gate outside handle connector (A).
3. | Loosen the tail gate outside handle mounting nuts.
4. | Remove the tail gate outside handle (A).
5. | Installation is the reverse of removal
• | Make sure the tail gate locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
• | Make sure connectors are connected properly and each rod is connected securely.
• | Replace any damaged clips.
Tail Gate Lift Replacement
• | Take care to not let the tailgate fall on you as the lifts are removed. Have a helper hold the tailgate open, or use a secure method to hold it open.
1. | Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B) of both ends on the lifter (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket (C).
2. | Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
• | Make sure the tail gate locks and opens properly and locks securely.
Tail Gate weatherstrip Replacement
• | Do not apply sealant to the body.
1. | Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
2. | Installation is the reverse of removal.
• | Install the weatherstrip aligned with center line (B).
Adjustment
1. | After loosening the tail gate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tail gate by moving it up or down, or right or left.
2. | Adjust the tail gate height by turning the tail gate overslam bumpers (B).
3. | After loosening the tail gate striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the tail gate striker by moving it up or down, or right or left.