Liftgate

LIFTGATE







Removal and Installation
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the D-pillar trim panels.
3. Remove the pin-type retainers from the rear of the headliner.
4. Remove the handle assemblies from the headliner.
- Disconnect the handle assembly screw covers.
- Remove the handle assembly screws.

5. Lower the rear of the headliner to gain access to the electrical connectors.







6. Disconnect the electrical connectors and the routing clips.
7. Disconnect the rear washer hose routing.







8. Disconnect the grommets from the vehicle body.
- Position the wiring harness through the vehicle body.
- Position the rear washer hose routing through the vehicle body.

9. Support the liftgate in the OPEN position.
10. Remove the liftgate struts.







11. With help from an assistant, remove the liftgate hinge-to-liftgate bolts.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

12. With help from an assistant, remove the liftgate.
13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Check liftgate alignment.