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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the midgate hinge covers. Refer to Midgate Hinge Finish Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.

  2. Object Number: 1427695  Size: SH
  3. Remove the lower center garnish molding (4). Refer to Endgate Center Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  4. Disconnect the midgate harness electrical connector.

  5. Object Number: 1486511  Size: SH
  6. Remove the nuts (1) securing the midgate hinge to the body.
  7. With the aid of an assistant, remove the midgate and place the midgate on a clean, protected surface.
  8. Remove the midgate inner panel. Refer to Midgate Inner Panel Replacement .

  9. Object Number: 1412514  Size: SH
  10. Remove the nuts securing the midgate hinge to the structure.
  11. Remove the hinge assembly from the midgate structure.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1412514  Size: SH
  1. Position the hinge assembly to the midgate structure.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1486511  Size: SH
  5. With the aid of an assistant, position the midgate hinge to the alignment pin (2) on the body.
  6. Install the nuts (1).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  8. Raise and latch the midgate structure.
  9. Connect the electrical connector and secure the grommet.

  10. Object Number: 1427695  Size: SH
  11. Install the lower center garnish molding (4). Refer to Endgate Center Molding Replacement in Interior Trim.
  12. Install the hinge covers. Refer to Midgate Hinge Finish Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.

  13. Object Number: 1427709  Size: SH
  14. Install the midgate inner panel (1). Refer to Midgate Inner Panel Replacement .