Rendezvous AWD V6-3.6L VIN 7 (2004)
Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair
Hinge Replacement - Liftgate (Aztek)
Hinge Replacement - Liftgate (Aztek)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Replacement (Rendezvous) (See: Service and Repair/Liftgate Replacement (Rendezvous)) .
2. Mark the location of the liftgate hinges with a grease pencil.
3. Remove the nuts from the lifgtate hinges.
Important: Mark the location of the shims right and/or left for reinstallation.
4. Remove the liftgate hinges with the shims and seals from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the liftgate hinges with the shims and seals to the location marks on vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the nuts to the lifgtate hinges.
Tighten the liftgate hinge nuts to 33 N.m (28 lb ft).
3. Install the liftgate. Refer to Liftgate Replacement (Rendezvous) (See: Service and Repair/Liftgate Replacement (Rendezvous)) .