Section 39 (Body Structure): Tailgate: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Isuzu Axiom. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order, noting the following points:

When installing the hinge to the body, exercise special care not to damage the body paint surface.
Align the tailgate fitting to the body.
- Check the roof and tailgate (1).
  Clearance: 10.7 mm (0.42 in)
  
  Height (step): -2 mm (0.08 in)
Check the tailgate fitting to the rear quarter panel (2), (4).
Clearance: 5.0 mm (0.196 in)

Height (step): Flush
Check the tailgate fitting to the rear bumper.
Clearance: 6.5 mm (0.26 in)

Adjust clearance with tailgate hinges. Adjust height (step) by tapping on the tailgate lightly with a rubber hammer.

Fig 1: Checking Tailgate Fitting To Rear Bumper
Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.