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License Plate Frame: Service and Repair




Rear License Trim Replacement

Special Tools Required

- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014
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NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the tailgate.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

1. Remove the tailgate lower trim panel .

2. From inside the tailgate, remove the nuts.






3. Remove the rear license trim (A).

1. From inside the tailgate, detach the clips (B, C).

2. Gently close the tailgate.

3. The grommets (D) will stay in the tailgate.





4. Remove the grommets from the tailgate, then install the grommets into the clips on the rear license trim.

5. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

6. Hold up the rear license trim, and fit the clips into the holes in the tailgate, then push on the trim until the clips snap into place securely.

7. Reinstall the nuts.

8. Reinstall all removed parts.