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2002 Honda Civic Si

Section 96 (Tailgate): Adjustment

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Adjustment
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  1. Remove the support strut from each side (see TAILGATE SUPPORT STRUT REPLACEMENT  ).
  2. Slightly loosen each bolt and nut.
  3. Adjust the tailgate alignment in the following sequence.
    • Pull down the rear portion of the headliner (see HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ). Take care not to bend the headliner excessively. Adjust the tailgate hinges (A) right and left, as well as forward and rearward, using the elongated holes.
    • Turn the tailgate edge cushions (B), in or out as necessary, to make the tailgate (C) fit flush with the body at the side edges.
    • Adjust the fit between the tailgate and tailgate opening by moving the striker (D).
      Fig 1: Adjusting Tailgate Alignment
      G03641759Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Tighten each bolt and nut securely.
  5. Check that the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.
  6. Reinstall the support struts securely.
  7. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting nuts and around the hinges.
  8. Apply multipurpose grease to the pivot portion of the tailgate hinges (A) as indicated by the arrows shown in Fig 2 .
    Fig 2: Applying Multipurpose Grease To Pivot Portion Of Tailgate Hinges
    G03641760Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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