Ridgeline V6-3.5L (2006)
bed area.
NOTE:
With the support cable disconnected, the tailgate is not supported in drop mode.
3.
Hold the tailgate up. Using a Torx T-50 bit and ratchet, loosen one of the left body-side striker/ hinge bolts, then retighten it finger-tight. Repeat
this again for the other two bolts, one at a time.
4.
While holding the upper handle in the open position, close and open the tailgate hard three times.
5.
Close and latch the tailgate, then reopen it, noting if the tailgate sticks:
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If the sticking is reduced or eliminated, go to step 6.
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If the sticking has not improved, repeat steps 3 and 4 with the bolts slightly loosened.
6.
Starting with the middle bolt, torque the three striker bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
7.
Reinstall the support cable and bolt, and torque the bolt to 30 N.m (22 lb-ft).
8.
Recheck the tailgate drop mode operation.
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