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Repair Procedures: Adjustment

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  1. Place the car on a flat surface and check whether the body and tailgate are well - aligned.
  2. After loosening the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tailgate by moving it up and down or from side to side.
  3. Adjust the gap between the tailgate and body by turning the tailgate overslam bumpers (B).
  4. After loosening the tailgate striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the striker by moving it back and forth or from side to side and then tighten the mounting bolts.
  5. Make sure the tailgate opens or closes properly.
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