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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Tailgate Striker Adjustment
2011 Land Rover LR4 BaseSECTION Tailgate Striker Adjustment
- Check for an equal gap and alignment to the adjacent panels. If incorrect, follow the adjust procedure below.
- Remove the tailgate striker trim panel.
- Loosen the 2 tailgate striker bolts.
- Close the tailgate and check for an equal gap and alignment to the adjacent panels.
- Open the tailgate and tighten the tailgate striker bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
- Install the tailgate striker trim panel.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.