Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the liftgate hinges to the marked location points on the liftgate, with an assistant.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the bolts to the liftgate hinges, with an assistant.
Tighten
Tighten the liftgate hinge bolts to 33 N.m (28 lb ft).
- Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Strut Replacement - Lift Gate .
- Install the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Latch Striker Replacement - Lift Gate (Aztek) .
- Install the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
- Install the liftgate window. Refer to WINDOW REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE (PONTIAC) .
- Install the upper and lower liftgate trim panels. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lift Gate (Aztek) .
- Adjust the liftgate as required. Refer to. Hinge Replacement - End Gate