Removal procedure
1. Remove the tailgate glass top molding. See «Tailgate glass top molding» in this section.
2. Open and support the tailgate.
3. Disconnect the tailgate wiring connectors.
4. Disconnect the rear windshield washer hose.
5. Pull the wiring grommet, connectors and rear washer hose out of the rear bulkhead.
6. Remove the tailgate pillars. See «Tailgate pillar» in this section.
7. Mark the location of the tailgate hinges on the body with a grease pen.
8. Loosen the tailgate hinge mounting bolts.
9. With a second person, remove the tailgate from the vehicle.
Installation procedure
1. With a second person, position the tailgate hinges at the marked locations on the body.
Note: New hinge-to-body nuts must be used to ensure a good seal.
2. Install the tailgate hinge mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the tailgate hinge bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
3. Check tailgate alignment, adjust if necessary.
4. Install the tailgate pillars. See «Tailgate pillar» in this section.
5. Insert the wiring grommet, connectors and rear washer hose into the rear bulkhead.
6. Connect the tailgate wiring connectors.
7. Connect the rear windshield washer hose.
8. Install the tailgate upper decorative molding. See «Tailgate glass top molding» in this section.