OEM 2006 Cadillac SRX Liftgate Hinge

2006 Cadillac SRX Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the liftgate hinges on 2006 Cadillac SRX?

  A: Open the liftgate to mark the hinge locations on it with a grease pencil. Pull out the grommet from the top right corner of the vehicle body before disconnecting its electrical parts and hose. Unplug the two electric connections from the upper left corner grommet and take it off. Secure the liftgate in its open position before taking off the assist rods from their ball joints at the top. Use an open access panel located in the header trim to remove the nuts securing the liftgate hinge to its vehicle mounting. Two workers should guide you as you move the liftgate off the vehicle then broke the bolts securing the hinges to liftgate before removing the hinges. Secure the new liftgate hinges to their marks on the vehicle body then bolt them down and tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (20 lb ft). Join the liftgate to its mount points on the car with assistance while tightening the nuts. Use the header trim panel to open access doors and reinsert the liftgate assist rods to their upper ball studs. Afterwards, discard the liftgate support. Join the electrical connectors at the top left corner then put a grommet there. Afterward, insert the electrical connector and washer hose into the top right corner and set a grommet in position. Finally, close the liftgate.