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Liftgate Alignment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Fiesta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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Inspection 

  1. Check the liftgate to the body dimensions. Refer to: Body and Frame .

Adjustment 

  1. Loosen the bolts to permit movement of the liftgate. Loosen: 2 turn(s)
    GFD302567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Adjust the liftgate to specification. Refer to: Body and Frame .
    GFD302568Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Tighten the bolts.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

GFD302567Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY