Body - Tailgate Garnish Contacts Tailgate

Group: BODY

Number: 07-60-004

Date: JUNE, 2007

Model:
SANTA FE

Subject:
TAILGATE GARNISH CONTACTS TAILGATE

DESCRIPTION:

This bulletin provides the procedure to repair the tailgate if contact has occurred between the tailgate and the tailgate garnish.

VEHICLES AFFECTED:
Model: SANTA FE (CM)

Vehicle production date range: All

PROCEDURE:





1. Inspect the Tailgate Garnish for paint blemishes where it contacts the tailgate.

NOTE:
If adjustment or repair is required, use the following procedure.

NOTE:
If repairs are performed, file a claim using normal warranty procedures.

a. Open the tailgate.





b. Remove the pull strap and four screws securing the trim panel.

CAUTION:
Do not remove the access panels. Removing them could result in unnecessary damage.





C. Release clips from trim panel by pulling down.

d. CAUTION - Start where the side upper trim panel and main trim panel meet then proceed releasing clips around the perimeter until you reach the opposite side.





e. Remove trim panel by pushing panel in the direction of the glass (This will allow proper clearance of the rear wiper motor).





f. Remove the four nuts from inside of tailgate.





g. Release three clips from inside of tailgate.

NOTE:
Clips must be released from the inside. Do not attempt to pry the garnish from the outside.

NOTE:
Remove the speaker from the tailgate if the vehicle is equipped with the Infinity sound system in order to access the mounting nuts and clips.





h. Unseat the wiring grommet and unclip the wire harness.

i. Remove garnish.

j. Apply touch up paint and clear coat to rear hatch.

WARNING:
Allow time for paint and clear coat to dry.





k. To ensure a sufficient gap between the garnish and tailgate panel apply foam tape to outside tabs.

L. Check all clips on garnish and trim panel before installation and replace any broken clips.

m. Install garnish and trim panel in reverse order of removal procedures.

n. Verify gap is present between garnish and tailgate.





Parts Information

Warranty Information

Normal warranty procedures apply.