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Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip: Service and Repair



Liftgate Weatherstrip Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the liftgate.




2. Remove the weatherstrip molding from the pinch- weld flange:

1. Firmly grip the weatherstrip.
2. Carefully pull the weatherstrip out and away from the vehicle.




Installation Procedure





1. Align paint mark on the weather-strip to outer top center of pinch weld flange.
2. Push the weather-strip onto the pinch weld flange, beginning from the top center of the endgate opening.
3. Completely seat the weather-strip around the liftgate opening.