Liftgate Lock Striker Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Liftgate Lock Striker Components And Placement

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LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER REPLACEMENT REFERENCE

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the liftgate door sill plate. Refer to LIFTGATE DOOR SILL PLATE REPLACEMENT
1	Liftgate Lock Striker Screws (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE . Tip: Mark the location of the striker with a grease pencil for installation purposes. Tightening torque 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
2	Liftgate Lock Striker Tip: Check liftgate closing efforts and align striker as required. Refer to LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER ADJUSTMENT .