Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the liftgate hinges with the shims and seals to the location marks on vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to FLEX DECOUPLER NOTICE .
Install the nuts to the liftgate hinges.
Tighten

Tighten the liftgate hinge nuts to 33 N.m (28 lb ft).
Install the liftgate. Refer to Lift Gate Replacement (Aztek) .

Fig 1: Installing Nuts From Liftgate Hinges (Aztek)
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