Tailgate Adjustment

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Special Tools Required

KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*

*Available through the Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

With power tailgate: Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ), then wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
NOTE: Open the tailgate by using the emergency lever while adjusting the tailgate.
- Without power tailgate (see WITHOUT POWER TAILGATE )
- With power tailgate (see WITH POWER TAILGATE )
Remove these items:
- Tailgate support struts, both sides (see TAILGATE SUPPORT STRUT REPLACEMENT )
- Tailgate hinge covers, both sides (see TAILGATE HINGE COVER REPLACEMENT )
Adjust the tailgate (A) alignment in the following sequence:
- Slightly loosen the tailgate hinge mounting bolts, nut and the striker screws.
- Turn the tailgate edge cushions (B), in or out as necessary, to make the tailgate fit flush with the body at the side edges.
- Remove the rear trim panel lid (C).
- Adjust the fit between the tailgate and tailgate opening by moving the striker (D).
  
  Fig 1: Adjusting Tailgate With Torque Specifications
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Tighten hinge mounting bolts, nut and striker screws to the specified torque.
Check that the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.
Reinstall the support struts securely.
Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting bolts and around the hinges, and let the paint dry.
Apply multipurpose grease to the pivot area of the tailgate hinges (A) as indicated by the arrows.

Fig 2: Identifying Tailgate Hinges
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Reinstall all removed parts.
With power tailgate: Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
Check for water leaks (see step 8 on FRONT DOOR GLASS ADJUSTMENT ).