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Tailgate Acura RDX I

Exterior Body Panels 9 illustrations ~458 words

Note. Have an assistant help you when adjusting the tailgate. Take care not to scratch the tailgate, body and other related parts. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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Scheme 103: Tailgate Adjustment
Scheme 103: Tailgate Adjustment

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  1. Remove these items: Quarter pillar trim, both sides (see «QUARTER PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__quarter-pillar-trim) ). Tailgate weatherstrip, as needed (see «TAILGATE SUPPORT: STRUT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#tailgate) ). Ceiling light (see «FRONT INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/interiorillumination-lights/#interior-lights) ).
  2. Pull down the rear portion of the headliner (see «HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__headliner-removalinstallation) ). Take care not to bend the headliner excessively.
  3. Remove the tailgate support strut from each side (see «TAILGATE SUPPORT: STRUT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rdx/i-2006-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#tailgate) ).
  4. Pry up at the notch (A) to release the front hooks (B) and pivot the cap (C) on the rear hooks (D), then remove the cap.
  5. Slightly loosen the screws.
  6. Adjust the tailgate (A) alignment in the following sequence: Adjust the tailgate hinges (B) right and left, using the elongated holes. Turn the tailgate edge cushions (C), in or out as necessary, to make the tailgate fit flush with the body at the side edges. Adjust the fit between the tailgate and tailgate opening by moving the striker (D), and adjust the striker right or left until it is centered in the tailgate latch (E).
  7. Tighten each bolt and nut securely.
  8. Check that the tailgate opens properly and locks securely.
  9. Reinstall the support struts securely.
  10. Apply touch-up paint to the hinge mounting nuts and around the hinges, and let the paint dry.
  11. Apply multipurpose grease to the pivot portion of the tailgate hinges (A) as indicated by the arrows.
  12. Reinstall all of the removed parts.

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Scheme 106: Tailgate Support: Strut Replacement
Scheme 106: Tailgate Support: Strut Replacement

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  1. With the help of an assistant, use a flat-tip screwdriver (A) to pry the support strut clips (B) from each end of the support strut (C) at the tailgate and body, then release the support strut from the pivot bolts (D). Do not remove the clips from the support strut.
  2. Remove the bolts securing the support strut bracket (A).
  3. Remove the bolts securing the support strut bracket (A).
  4. Set the clips (A) to the original position, then reattach the support strut (B) on the pivot bolts (C) by pushing the support strut onto the pivot.

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Scheme 110: Tailgate Weatherstrip Replacement
Scheme 110: Tailgate Weatherstrip Replacement

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  1. Remove the tailgate weatherstrip (A) by pulling out on it.
  2. Locate the painted alignment mark (A) on the tailgate weatherstrip (B). Align the painted mark with the alignment tab in the center of the tailgate opening, and install the weatherstrip. Make sure it's seated completely and facing in the direction shown. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the weatherstrip.
  3. Check for water leaks.

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