For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the liftgate window upper garnish molding. Refer to Liftgate Garnish Molding Replacement .
2. Open the liftgate and support.
3. Disconnect the liftgate wiring connectors.
4. Disconnect the rear washer hose.
5. Pull the liftgate wiring grommet, the connectors and the rear washer hose out of the rear header.
6. Remove the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .
7. Mark the location of the liftgate hinges to the body with a grease pencil.
8. Remove the liftgate hinge attachment bolts.
9. With the aid of an assistant, remove the liftgate from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. With the aid of an assistant, position the liftgate hinges to the marked location points on the body.

Important: New hinge to body nuts must be used to ensure a proper seal.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the liftgate hinge attachment bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the liftgate hinge bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb in).

3. Verify the alignment of the liftgate. Adjust as necessary.
4. Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .
5. Install the liftgate wiring grommet, the connectors and the hose into the rear header.
6. Connect the liftgate wiring connectors.
7. Connect the rear washer hose.
8. Install the liftgate window upper garnish molding. Refer to Liftgate Garnish Molding Replacement .