Ascender 2WD L6-4.2L (2003)
Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Customer Interest
Body - Poor Liftgate or Liftgate Glass Fit/Glass Broken
2006 Service Bulletins
TSB SB06-11-S018
Rear Liftgate Binds, Improper Fit
(This Bulletin Supersedes SB06-11-S012)
ISSUE DATE: DECEMBER 2006
Affected Vehicles
2003-2006 Isuzu Ascender (US/UT)
Service Information
This bulletin is being revised to add part number information.
Condition:
Some customers may comment that the liftgate or the liftgate glass doesn't fit properly. In some extreme cases, the rear liftgate glass may have broken.
Possible Cause:
A couple of welds may have broken around the upper liftgate hinge(s) or a crack may have formed around the inner two welds. Remove the liftgate and
inspect the inner to outer panel welds at the upper hinges.
Correction:
Install welds.
Service Procedure
1.
Remove the liftgate trim and electrical wiring from the liftgate.
2.
Remove the liftgate and liftgate glass from the vehicle.
3.
Straighten the sheet metal at the hinges.
4.
Drill four 5/16 holes through the inner panel at the four locations as shown.
5.
Prepare the sheet metal around the four holes for welding.
6.
Clamp the inner and out panel together.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use oxyacetylene welding equipment. MIG WELD ONLY.
7.
Weld the crack/four holes that were drilled through the inner panel using the appropriate welding technique.
