Magnum V6-3.5L VIN V (2006)
Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair
HINGE
REMOVAL
1. Open and support the liftgate (2) with a suitable prop or block.
2. Remove the trim plate from the upper liftgate opening header (4). Refer to Trim Panel.
3. Mark the hinge (1) liftgate half location on the lift-gate inner panel to aid reinstallation.
4. Remove the two screws (3) that secure the hinge to the liftgate.
5. Mark the hinge body half location on the upper lift-gate opening header to aid reinstallation.
6. Carefully pull the rear edge of the headliner downward from the header far enough to access and remove the two nuts (5) that secure the hinge
studs to the underside of the header.
7. Remove the hinge from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the body half of the liftgate hinge (1) to the upper liftgate opening header (4) on the vehicle.
2. Carefully pull the rear edge of the headliner downward from the header far enough to install and tighten the two nuts (5) that secure the hinge studs
to the underside of the header. Tighten the nuts to 28 N.m (21 ft.lbs.).
3. Position the liftgate (2) to the liftgate half of the hinge on the vehicle.
4. Install and tighten the two screws (3) that secure the hinge to the liftgate. Tighten the screws to 28 N.m (21 ft.lbs.).
5. Remove the fixture being used to support the lift-gate for service.
6. Adjust the liftgate hinge position as necessary to achieve proper spacing and operation.
7. Reinstall the trim plate onto the upper liftgate opening header.
