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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Pulling Liftgate Weatherstrip From Liftgate Opening
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    IMPORTANT: A mastic/sealer/glue is inside of new liftgate weatherstrips. If a new weatherstrip in being installed, weatherstrip adhesive should not be used.
    If the liftgate weatherstrip is reused, weatherstrip adhesive should be used.
  1. Install the weatherstrip to the pinch-weld.
  2. Starting at the bottom center of the liftgate opening pinch-weld flange and working towards the top center, being careful not to stretch the liftgate weatherstrip, align the colored dots to the pinch-weld corners.
  3. Use a rubber mallet to ensure full engagement of the liftgate weatherstrip to the pinch-weld flange.
  4. Close the liftgate.
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