Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair

LIFTGATE HINGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Removal and Replacement Removal and Replacement Removal and Replacement

2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear scuff plate Rear Scuff Plate Removal/Installation

b. Rear seat cushion Rear Seat Cushion Removal/Installation

c. Rear seat back Rear Seat Back Removal/Installation

d. Lower anchor installation bolts on the rear seat belt Rear Seat Belt Removal/Installation

e. Tire house trim Tire House Trim Removal/Installation

f. Trunk end trim Trunk End Trim Removal/Installation

g. Trunk side upper trim

h. Trunk side trim

i. C-pillar trim C-Pillar Trim Removal/Installation

j. Rear assist handle Service and Repair

k. Liftgate Liftgate Removal/Installation

3. Remove the nut while partially peeling back the headliner.
NOTE:
- Be careful not to leave a fold-seam.





4. Remove the liftgate hinge.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.