Chevrolet Captiva Service & Repair Manual: Liftgate
Removal
| 2. |
Disconnect liftgate strut. |
| 3. |
Disconnect electrical connectors. |
| 4. |
Remove four liftgate hinge bolts,
Fig. 1. |
| 5. |
With aid of an assistant, remove liftgate,
Fig. 1. |
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Installation
| 1. |
Reverse procedure to install. |
| 2. |
Torque hinge bolts to 18 ft.
lbs. |
|
Adjustment
| 1. |
Note original position of liftgate
latch striker. |
| 3. |
Loosen hinge to roof panel bolts for
forward or rearward adjustments, Fig. 2. |
| 4. |
If adjusting hinge to roof panel bolts,
lower rear headliner as required. |
| 5. |
Loosen liftgate to hinge bolts for
up and down adjustment. |
| 6. |
Move liftgate within liftgate opening
to achieve best alignment and operation. |
| 7. |
Install striker to approximately proper
position. |
| 8. |
Adjust striker to achieve best operation
and alignment of liftgate. |
| 9. |
Inspect seals for proper engagement. |
| 10. |
Tighten bolts when proper adjustment
is achieved. |
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Fig.
1 Liftgate removal
Fig.
2 Liftgate adjustment
Removal
1.
Remove radiator opening upper cover.
2.
Remove three latch mounting bolts,
Fig. 1.
3.
Remove hood ...
Removal
1.
Remove liftgate center applique.
2.
Disengage handle from studs on center
applique, Fig. 1.
3.
R ...
Hood Latch
Liftgate Handle