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Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2005 🢒 Aztek - AWD 🢒 Body 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Liftgate Replacement

Liftgate Replacement Rendezvous

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the liftgate window. Refer to Liftgate Window Replacement in Stationary Windows.
  3. Remove the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Liftgate Latch Striker Replacement .
  4. Remove the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
  5. Disconnect the liftgate electrical connector.

    6. Object Number: 621880 Size: SH
  6. Remove the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .

    7. Object Number: 754963 Size: SH
  7. Mark the location of the liftgate hinges to the liftgate with a grease pencil.
  8. Remove the bolts from the liftgate hinges, with an assistant.
  9. Remove the liftgate from the vehicle , with an assistant and place outside face down on a clean padded surface.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 754963 Size: SH
  1. Position the liftgate hinges to the marked location points on the liftgate, with an assistant.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the bolts to the liftgate hinges, with an assistant.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the liftgate hinge bolts to 33 N·m (28 lb ft).


    Object Number: 621880 Size: SH
  3. Install the liftgate struts. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .
  4. Connect the liftgate electrical connector.
  5. Install the liftgate latch strikers. Refer to Liftgate Latch Striker Replacement .
  6. Install the liftgate bumper mounting brackets.
  7. Install the liftgate window. Refer to Liftgate Window Replacement in Stationary Windows.
  8. Install the upper and lower liftgate trim panels. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement .
  9. Adjust the liftgate as required. Refer to. Endgate Hinge Replacement