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.