Liberty Sport 2WD L4-2.4L VIN 1 (2002)
Tailgate Striker: Adjustments
Latch Striker
ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE: Stabilizer insert must be off when adjusting the striker.
1. Remove the stabilizer insert.
2. Loosen the striker bolts.
3. Adjust the striker up/down so that it is centered within the latch opening.
4. Adjust the striker fore/aft so the swing gate is under flush to the body -0.5 mm (+/-1.0 mm).
5. Adjust the striker cross-car engagement to the latch by adding 2.0 mm shims as necessary.
NOTE: Make sure the striker is not twisted within the latch opening. Striker should be parallel to the opening.
6. Tighten the striker bolts to 28 N.m (21 ft.lbs.).
7. Install the stabilizer insert.