Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the interior liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector for the license plate lamps.
3. Disengage the electrical harness grommet from the outer liftgate panel.

1

Rear Liftgate Upper Applique Nut (Qty: 6)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
4 N·m (35 lb in)

2

Electrical Harness Grommet

3

Retainer (Qty: 3)

Tip
Carefully release the upper retainers, replace as needed.

4

Rear Liftgate Applique Panel

Procedure

Transfer parts as needed to the new applique panel.