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Body Closures - Liftgate Alignment Fiesta 1996 (08/1995-02/2002)
General Procedures

Adjustment

  1. Measure the liftgate to body clearance.

  1. Loosen the liftgate hinge to liftgate bolts sufficiently to allow movement.

  1. Reposition the hinge up and down as required.

  1. Detach the liftgate weatherstrip.

  1. Locally lower the headliner and loosen the liftgate hinge to body bolts sufficiently to allow movement.

  1. Reposition the hinge from side to side as required.

  1. Tighten the hinge bolts. Check the alignment and fit.

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