Liftgate Lock Striker Adjustment

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Fig 1: Liftgate Lock Striker (1 Of 2)

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NOTE: Make certain the liftgate is properly aligned within the liftgate opening before proceeding with the striker adjustment.

Close the liftgate onto the striker and note if liftgate drags on striker causing the liftgate to move side to side upon contact with the striker. Also note closing efforts to fully engage latch.
Mark around the striker with a grease pencil for reference of original position.
Loosen striker bolts.
Move the striker to eliminate drag on striker and liftgate latch and to achieve proper liftgate position within the liftgate opening.
Align the left / right liftgate position, then position the striker to achieve proper alignment to liftgate opening.
Align the in / out adjustment for proper liftgate seal engagement making sure the liftgate closing efforts are correct.
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Verify correct alignment of striker and tighten striker bolts.
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).