Ford Fiesta: Body Closures / Liftgate Alignment. General Procedures
Inspection
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Check the liftgate to the body dimensions.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation).
Adjustment
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Loosen the bolts to permit movement of the liftgate.
Loosen:
2 turn(s)
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Adjust the liftgate to specification.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation).
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Tighten the bolts.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
Inspection
Check the body to the rear door dimensions.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation)...
Inspection
Check the body to the hood dimensions.
Refer to: Body and Frame (501-26 Body Repairs - Vehicle Specific Information and Tolerance Checks, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the sunload sensor and disconnect the electrical connector.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Materials
Name
Specification
Flange Sealant - AnaerobicLoctite® 51031
WSK-M2G348-A7
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...