Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 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.
Install the nuts to the lifgtate hinges.
Tighten the liftgate hinge nuts to 33 N.m (28 lb ft).
Install the liftgate. Refer to LIFT GATE REPLACEMENT (RENDEZVOUS) or LIFT GATE REPLACEMENT (AZTEK) .

Fig 1: Installing Procedure Hinge Replacement - Lift Gate (Aztec)
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