ALIGNMENT

To adjust the door in forward/rearward and left/right directions, loosen the hinge bolts and position the tailgate as required and secure.

To adjust the door in forward/rearward and vertical directions, loosen the body side hinge nuts to adjust.

To adjust the side female stopper:

1. Loosen the stopper mounting bolts, then using a plastic tipped hammer, tap the striker to adjust.

   Fig. 3: The tailgate female stopper is the adjusted in the up/down positions

   To adjust the tailgate lock striker:

2. Remove the 2 screws (on each end) from the back door scuff plate, then carefully pull to release it.

   NOTE: Be careful not to damage the clip during removal.

3. Check that the door fit and linkages are adjusted correctly.
4. Loosen the striker mounting screws to adjust.
5. Using a plastic tipped hammer, tap the striker to adjust. Secure the bolts.