Procedures
LIFTGATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
WARNING: Removing the stay damper without supporting the liftgate can be dangerous. The liftgate may fall and injure you. Open the liftgate fully and support it before removing the stay damper.
2. Remove the headliner.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
LIFTGATE DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the liftgate lower trim.
3. Remove the rear finisher.
4. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
5. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.