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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2008GRAND PRIX BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 262 (VEHICLE ACCESS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSMIDGATE LATCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base

Installation Procedure

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Connect the electrical connector to the midgate latch.
    2. Fig 1: Midgate Latch To The Midgate Structure
    GM1412512Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Position the midgate latch to the midgate structure.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the screws retaining the midgate latch to the midgate structure.

    Tighten:  Tighten the midgate latch screws to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    4. Fig 2: Midgate Window
    GM1412518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the midgate window run channel. Refer to Midgate Window Channel Replacement .
  5. Install the midgate window. Refer to Midgate Window Replacement .
    6. Fig 3: Midgate Inner Panel
    GM1412513Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the midgate inner panel. Refer to Midgate Inner Panel Replacement .
  7. Inspect the midgate window and latches for proper operation.
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