OEM 2005 Cadillac SRX Liftgate Hinge

2005 Cadillac SRX Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the liftgate hinges on 2005 Cadillac SRX?

  A: Mark the position of the liftgate hinges with a grease pencil before you open the liftgate to start replacing them. Take off the upper right vehicle body grommet, disconnect its electrical connector and washer hose before doing the same on the upper left side and disconnecting both electrical connectors. Keep the liftgate open while disconnecting its assist rods from the top ball studs. Open the access panel doors in the header trim panel and take off the nuts that hold the liftgate hinge to the vehicle. With help raise the liftgate off the vehicle while you disconnect bolts between the hinges and liftgate. You should install the new liftgate hinges by setting them exactly at the vehicle location marks then bolt them to the liftgate and tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (20 lb ft). A partner holds the liftgate while you connect the vehicle mounting nuts before slamming the access doors in the header trim panel and fitting the liftgate support rods to the upper holder stud. Reconnect two electrical connectors at the upper left corner then install the grommet while placing the liftgate support. Afterward, link the electrical connector and washer hose at the upper right corner and set the grommet there before returning the liftgate to its place.