Removal And Installation: Liftgate: Installation

1. 1.
   
   With the help of an assistant, position the liftgate to the vehicle and loosely install the liftgate-to-hinge bolts.

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
1. 2.
   Install the liftgate supports.

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NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
1. 3.
   Tighten the liftgate-to-hinge bolts.
   • Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).

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1. 4.
   
   Route the liftgate wiring harness through the liftgate opening and install the boot.

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1. 5.
   
   Connect the liftgate latch electrical connectors.

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1. 6.
   
   

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1. 7.
   
   Connect the license lamp electrical connector.

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1. 8.
   
   Connect the rear wiper electrical connector.

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NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
1. 9.
   Connect the heated backlight electrical connectors.

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1. 10.
   
   Connect the center high mount stop lamp electrical connector.

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1. 11.
   
   Install the liftgate wiring harness pushpin retainers.

1. 12.
   
   Connect the rear washer hose and install the boot.

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1. 13.
   
   Install the liftgate trim panel. REFER to Interior Trim and Ornamentation .

1. 14.
   
   Install the liftgate opening weatherstrip.

1. 15.
   
   Install the liftgate ground strap and bolt.
   • Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).

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1. 16.
   
   Adjust the liftgate to specification. Refer to Liftgate Alignment .

1. 17.
   
   For power liftgate application, initialize the power liftgate motor. Refer to Power Liftgate Initialization .

1. 18.
   
   For power liftgate application, program the liftgate opening height. Refer to Program Power Liftgate Open Height .