Trunk / Liftgate Interior Trim Panel: Service and Repair

TAILGATE TRIM REPLACEMENT

NOTE:
a. When prying with a flat-tipper screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
b. Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the following items.
a. Room lamp
b. Inside handle
2. Disconnect the clip (A), remove the tailgate lifter (B).




3. Using a screwdriver, remove the tailgate switch (A).
4. Disconnect the connector (B).




5. Using a screwdriver, remove the tailgate upper trim (A).




6. Loosen the screw, then remove tailgate side trim (A).




7. Loosen the screws and clips to the lower tailgate trim (A).




8. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE:
a. Replace and damaged clips.