Repair Procedures: Adjustment
- Place the car on a flat surface and check whether the body and tailgate are well-aligned.
- After removing the tailgate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tailgate by moving it up and down or from side to side.
- Adjust the gap between the tailgate and body by turning the tailgate overslam bumpers (B).
- After removing the tailgate striker (C) mounting bolts, adjust the striker by moving it back and forth or from side to side and then tighten the mounting bolts.
- Make sure the tailgate opens or closes properly.