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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Aztek - FWD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Endgate Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 621898 Size: SH
  1. Open the endgate.
  2. Support the endgate in the open position.
  3. Remove the bolts from the endgate support cable.
  4. Remove the endgate support cable from the endgate.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 621898 Size: SH
  1. Position the endgate support cable to the endgate.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the bolts to the endgate support cable.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the endgate support cable bolts to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  3. Remove the support from the endgate.
  4. Close the endgate.