Trunk / Liftgate Latch: Adjustments

Liftgate Striker Adjustment

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.




1 Check for an equal gap and alignment to the adjacent panels. If incorrect, follow the adjust procedure below.




2 Remove the spare wheel cover.




3 Remove the loadspace scuff plate.




4 Loosen the 2 liftgate striker bolts.
5 Close the liftgate and check for an equal gap and alignment to the adjacent panels.
6 Open the liftgate and tighten the liftgate striker bolts.
Torque to: 25 Nm
7 Install the loadspace scuff plate.
8 Install the spare wheel cover.
9 Check the operation of the power tailgate (if fitted) using the power tailgate closing switch. Improper adjustment of the striker can prevent the tailgate from closing.