Alignment Of Liftgate Latch And Liftgate Striker

2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor SE, FWDSECTION Alignment Of Liftgate Latch And Liftgate Striker
  1. Remove the rear end trim (Refer to TRIMS ).
  2. If the striker and latch do not align properly, replace the striker and striker installation bolts with replacement parts (striker: MR523105, striker installation blot: MU000474).
  3. Tighten the bolts and move the replaced striker forward and backward or to the left and right to adjust.
  4. After adjusting, tighten the bolts to the specified torque [24 +/- 4 N.m (18 +/- 3ft-lb)].
    Fig 1: Tightening Bolts
    G04312750Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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