Removal

REMOVAL




1. Open the liftgate.

2. Remove the trim panels (1) from the liftgate. The liftgate has two trim panels, an upper and a lower. Both trim panels must be removed to access the liftgate's harness connectors.

3. Disconnect the following harness connections:
- Right and left defroster harness connections.
- Right and left license plate lamp harness connections.
- Ground lug G302.
- Antenna amplifier harness connector.
- Rear liftgate lock switch.
- Pneumatic lock air line.
- Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) harness connector.
- Rear spoiler limit switch and motor harness connectors.




4. Remove the rubber grommet (1) from the liftgate. Then pull the harness through the access hole.

5. Remove the headliner.




6. Using a suitable propping device, prop the liftgate up and remove the gas prop (2) from its mount point (1).




7. Have a helper hold the liftgate and remove the two bolts (2) from each hinge under the roof of the vehicle, leaving the hinge bolts (1) attached to the liftgate.

8. Carefully lift the liftgate off the body and then set it down on a clean dry surface.