Liftgate - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Open the liftgate.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Using a china marker/grease pen or equivalent, mark the areas where the liftgate hinge mount to the vehicle for use in re-installation.
4. Remove the boot (1) and disconnect the washer hose/liftgate harness.





5. Remove the B-pillar trim, B-Pillar Trim Panel - Removal.
6. Remove the C-pillar trim, C-Pillar Trim Panel - Removal.
7. Remove the coat hooks.
8. With the help of an assistant and a suitable prop, remove the push pin fasteners from the rear portion of the headliner and gently lower the rear portion.

CAUTION:

9. With the help from an assistant, support the liftgate and disconnect the prop rods, Gas Prop - Removal.
10. Remove the fastener (2) attaching the liftgate assembly (1). Repeat on the opposite side.
11. Remove the liftgate (1) from the vehicle.