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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2011TRIBUTE HYBRID TOURING, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR BODY PANELSBODY SYSTEM [DOORS AND LIFTGATE]LIFTGATE ALIGNMENTALL ALIGNMENTS

2011 Mazda Tribute Hybrid Touring, FWD

All Alignments

2011 Mazda Tribute Hybrid Touring, FWDSECTION All Alignments

Remove the liftgate scuff plate to access the liftgate striker.

Fig 1: Locating Liftgate Scuff Plate
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Remove the liftgate striker.

Fig 2: Locating Liftgate Striker
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Liftgate Left And Right Alignment
Loosen, but do not remove, the hinge-to-liftgate bolts enough to permit movement of the liftgate.

Fig 3: Locating Hinge-To-Liftgate Bolts
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Adjust the liftgate so that the gaps are equal.
Tighten the liftgate hinge-to-liftgate bolts.
- Tighten to 30 N.m {3.0 kgf.m, 22 ft.lbf}.
Liftgate in and out, up and down alignment
Open the liftgate.
Position the top and sides of the liftgate opening weatherstrip aside.
Remove the D-pillar trim panels.
Remove the safety tethers from the rear of the headliner.
Remove the pin-type retainers from the rear of the headliner.
CAUTION:
- Use care to avoid bending or crimping the headliner.
Lower the rear of the headliner to gain access to liftgate hinge-to-body fasteners.

Fig 4: Lowering Rear Of Headliner
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Loosen, but do not remove, the liftgate hinge-to-body fasteners enough to permit movement of the liftgate.

Fig 5: Locating Liftgate Hinge-To-Body Fasteners
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All Alignments
Adjust the liftgate so that the gaps are equal.
Tighten the liftgate hinge-to-body fasteners.
- Tighten the liftgate hinge-to-body nuts to 35 N.m {3.5 kgf.m, 26 ft.lbf}.
- Tighten the liftgate hinge-to-body bolts to 30 N.m {3.0 kgf.m, 22 ft.lbf}.
Install the liftgate striker, adjust as necessary.
- Tighten to 40 N.m {4.1 kgf.m, 30 ft.lbf}.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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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.