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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2005 🢒 SRX 🢒 Body 🢒 Wipers/Washer Systems 🢒 Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1271816 Size: SH
  1. Remove the liftgate retaining screw (1).
  2. Partially remove the trim panel near the rear courtesy lamp.
  3. Disconnect the rear courtesy lamp electrical connector.

    4. Object Number: 1271814 Size: SH
  4. Remove the liftgate trim panel (1).
  5. Inspect for broken or missing retainers.

Installation Procedure
  1. Replace any broken or missing retainers.

    2. Important: The plastic retainers around the window opening should remain in the liftgate.

  2. Connect the rear courtesy lamp electrical connector.
  3. Align the two outboard locators on the trim panel with the holes in the liftgate.
  4. Apply pressure to attach the clips in the lower portion of the trim panel to the liftgate.

    5. Object Number: 1271814 Size: SH
  5. Align the outboard clips around the window opening with the slots in the trim panel. Press the panel into position.

    6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1271816 Size: SH
  6. Install the liftgate screw (1).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).