TAILGATE ALIGNMENT
ADJUSTMENT OF ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN STRIKER AND LATCH |
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1.Replace the striker mounting screws with temporary bolts, and use the remover bar (Special tool: MB990939) and a hammer to tap the temporary bolt to the desired direction. 2.Tighten the striker mounting screws. Tightening torque: 20 ± 5 N·m |
ADJUSTMENT OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN TAILGATE AND BODY |
1.Remove the headlining (Refer to GROUP 52A - Headlining  ). |
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2.Loosen the tailgate hinge-to-vehicle body mounting nuts to adjust the tailgate. 3.Tighten the body side mounting nuts of tailgate hinge. Tightening torque: 12 ± 1 N·m 4.Install the headlining (Refer to GROUP 52A - Headlining ). |