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Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair



Weatherstrip Replacement - Rear Compartment Opening

Removal Procedure

1. Open the endgate or the liftgate.
2. Remove the weatherstrip molding from the pinch-weld flange.




3. Firmly grip the weatherstrip.
4. Pull the weatherstrip out and away from the vehicle.


Installation Procedure





1. Push the weatherstrip onto the pinch weld flange, beginning from the top corner of the endgate opening.
2. Completely seat the weatherstrip around the endgate or the liftgate opening.