LIFTGATE GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Replace parts

Warning

•  Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a utility knife.

1.  Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.

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2.  Remove the double-sided adhesive tape in the position shown in the figure using the utility knife.

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3.  Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position shown in the figure, move it in the direction of the arrow to remove the clip.

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4.  Put on gloves.

5.  Insert a gloved hand into the position shown in the figure.

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6.  Slide a gloved hand in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and remove the clips.

7.   Perform the same procedure from Steps 1 to 6 for the opposite side of the vehicle.

8.  Move the liftgate garnish in the direction of the arrows shown in the figure and remove the tab and clip.

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9.  Remove the liftgate garnish.

10.  Remove the mascot. (when removing the mascot)

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11.  Install in the reverse order of removal. (See Liftgate Garnish Installation Note.)

Liftgate Garnish Installation Note

1.  When a liftgate garnish is to be reused, affix new double-sided adhesive tape.

2.  When replacing the liftgate garnish, perform the following procedure:

(1)  Paint the liftgate garnish. (If liftgate garnish is not painted)

(2)  Remove any grease or dirt from the protector application area and double-sided adhesive tape application area.

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(3)  Apply primer to the protector application area and double-sided adhesive tape application area.

Reference for primer drying time: 20 seconds or more

Caution

•  To prevent weakening of the primer adhesion, keep the bonding surface free of dirt, moisture, and grease. Do not touch the surface with your hand.

(4)  Affix protectors A.

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(5)  Affix protectors B and C.

(6)  Affix double-sided adhesive tape.

(7)  Remove any grease or dirt from the protector application area.

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(8)  Apply primer to the protector application area.

Reference for primer drying time: 20 seconds or more

Caution

•  To prevent weakening of the primer adhesion, keep the bonding surface free of dirt, moisture, and grease. Do not touch the surface with your hand.

(9)  Affix the protector.

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(10)  Install clips A, B and C.

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(11)  Install the mascot.

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