Trunk / Liftgate Interior Trim Panel: Service and Repair

Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate (Rendezvous)

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


Removal Procedure

1. Raise the lift gate.




2. Remove the access trim panel from the lift gate.
3. Remove 2 screws from the bottom of the trim panel.
4. Use J 38778 to disengage the fasteners from the trim panel.
5. Remove the trim panel.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the trim panel to the lift gate.

Important: Discard the old trim panel fasteners. Install new fasteners.


2. Install new fasteners to the trim panel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

3. Install the screws to the bottom of the trim panel.

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

4. Install the access trim panel to the lift gate.
5. Close the lift gate.