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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1486639  Size: SH
  1. Insert a flat-bladed tool at the top of the midgate hinge cover trim (2), between the midgate (1) and the trim cover (2) tab.
  2. Push up on the flat-bladed tool to release the midgate hinge trim cover (2) tab.

  3. Object Number: 1486642  Size: SH
  4. Once the midgate hinge trim cover (1) tab is released , roll the midgate hinge trim cover (1) forward.
  5. Lift the hinge trim cover (1) up, in order to remove the midgate hinge trim cover off the hinge pin.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1486642  Size: SH
  1. Install the midgate hinge trim cover (1) to the midgate hinge pin.

  2. Object Number: 1486639  Size: SH
  3. Roll the midgate hinge trim cover (2) up and snap into place.
  4. Ensure proper operation of the midgate (1).