Removal Procedure
Important: When a suitable hold open device is being
removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage
to the vehicle or personal injury.
- Install a suitable liftgate brace to the vehicle.
- Remove the rear compartment floor panel carpet. Refer to
Rear Compartment Floor Panel Carpet Replacement.
- Remove the cargo tie down loop bolt cap (1)
from the cargo tie down loop assembly (3).
- Remove the cargo tie down loop assembly to body retaining bolt (2).
Important: Remove the load floor stationary panel by
sliding rearward to release the tang (5).
- Remove the load floor stationary panel carpet (4) from the vehicle.
- Repeat for opposite side.
Installation Procedure
Important: Install the load floor stationary panel by
sliding forward to engage the tang (5).
- Position the load floor stationary panel carpet (4) to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the cargo tie down loop assembly to body retaining bolt (2).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
- Install the cargo tie down loop bolt cap (1) to the cargo tie down
loop assembly (3).
- Repeat for opposite side.
- Install the rear compartment floor panel carpet. Refer to
Rear Compartment Floor Panel Carpet Replacement.
Important: When a suitable hold open device is being
removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage
to the vehicle or personal injury.
- Remove the suitable liftgate brace from the vehicle.