SERVICE MANUAL
  Applies to: Hyundai Coupe/Tiburon 1998-2001
GROUP
Body (Interior & Exterior) Hood, Doors & Trunk Lid
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COMPONENTS 
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 
  1. Remove the tailgate trim panel.

  1. Remove the tailgate frame upper trim.

  1. Remove the tailgate glass side trim.

  1. Remove the rear wiper arm.

  1. Remove the rear wiper motor.

  1. Remove the tailgate lifter with ball joint.

    NOTE
    When replacing the tailgate lifter, the ball joint should be replaced at the same time.
  1. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.

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ADJUSTMENT 
  1. Adjust the latch upward or downward, and rightward or leftward until the tailgate is flush with the rear edge of the body.

  1. Adjust the tailgate hinges rightward or leftward as necessary to equalizer the gap between the tailgate and body.