molecule

Searched but can't find too much on this. My rear hatch has a rattle and I want to adjust either striker or the latch . before i start removing plastic has anyone done this ? which one or are both adjustable?

Thanks

Silverfox

Before you start adjusting this latch I suggest you get some good grease and lube it.

Note that the latch lube should not go on the top of the floor U striker but on the part of the U bar that faces toward the rear of the HHR.
Thats where the latch contacts the U Bar.

SF

donbrew

Adjustment is done with the 2 pillow blocks on the sides of the opening. you loosen it them up and try for fitment then tighten back up.

molecule

Thanks ,Got it fixed

Trex08

Anyone know if its a torx bit and what size that holds the bottom hook striker down. Have to replace mine, oddly the only thing thats rusty on mine.

RJ_RS_SS_350

If you're referring to part #10, it's a T40.
Chevrolet HHR Hatchback LIFTGATE HARDWARE PART 1

Trex08

Thats the one. Xlnt thanks.

RJ_RS_SS_350

No problemo

HHRfred2008

The pillow blocks will tighten it up, but the problem that I have, is that the hatch doesn't pull in enough. I have wind noise in the back seat. I need the hatch to be tight AND seal properly. Any Ideas on that?

Thanks

donbrew

If adjusting the blocks and the hinges and the latch don't work the gasket may need repair/repositioning/replacing.