Section 238 (DECKLID, Hatch, Liftgate &Tailgate): Hinge: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2004 Dodge Caravan, and 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Release liftgate latch and open liftgate.
- Support liftgate on a suitable lifting device in the full open position.
- Apply several layers of duct tape on the outside of to roof across the gap to the lift gate to hold the liftgate in position.
- Remove bolts attaching liftgate hinge to roof header.
- Disconnect VTSS switch from the body harness.
- Remove bolts attaching hinge to liftgate (Fig 1 ).
- Remove hinge from vehicle.