Trunk / Liftgate Interior Trim Panel: Service and Repair

Trim Removal/Installation - Tailgate Area

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.




1. Remove the tailgate upper trim panel (A).
1. Detach the hooks (B) and tabs (C) from the left tailgate side trim (D) and right tailgate side trim (E).
2. Pull the tailgate upper trim panel back by hand to detach the clips, then remove it.




2. Remove the left tailgate side trim (A) and the right tailgate side trim (B).
1. Pull out the top of the side trim to detach the clips.
2. Detach the tabs (C) and hooks (D) from the tailgate lower trim panel (E).




3. Release the hooks (A), then remove the tailgate grip cover (B) and the self-tapping ET screws (C).
4. With power tailgate: Gently pry on the rear power tailgate close switch (D) to detach the clips (E), then disconnect the switch connector (F).




5. Remove the tailgate lower trim panel (A) by pulling it out to detach the clips (B, C) and then pulling it up to remove it.
6. Install the trim in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure that each connector is plugged in properly.
- Check the clips for damage or stress-whitening, and replace them with new one.
- Push the clips into place securely.