Liftgate Removal/Installation

LIFTGATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING:
- When removing the stay damper, serious injury may occur if the stay damper is removed without supporting the liftgate. Always perform the procedure with at least another person.

NOTE:
- If the liftgate cannot be locked or opened due to a discharged battery or malfunctions in the electrical system, open the liftgate using the liftgate latch manual release procedure.
Procedures

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the liftgate upper trim.

3. Disconnect the rear washer hose D.






4. Disconnect the connector.

5. Remove the grommet from the liftgate.






6. Remove the stay damper bands using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.






7. Remove the stay damper.

8. Remove the stud ball.

9. Remove the bolts.






10. Remove the liftgate.

11. Remove the bolts.

12. Remove the bracket.






13. Install in the reverse order of removal.

14. Adjust the liftgate. Adjustments