Removal Procedure

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
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Luggage Shade (1) - Remove
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Release the luggage shade straps from the luggage shade pivot.
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Rear Compartment Stowage Shelf (1) - Remove
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Load Floor Trim Panel (1) - Remove
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Grasp and gently pull up on the liftgate sill garnish molding (1) in order to release the integral retaining clips.
Liftgate Sill Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
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NOTE:
Both sides shown. The quantity is for the one side.

Cargo Tie Down Loop Fastener (1) - Remove
Cargo Tie Down Loop (2) - Remove
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Use a flat bladed plastic tool to remove.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Rear Compartment Courtesy Lamp (1) - Remove
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Rear Seat Cushion (1) - Remove - Rear Seat Cushion Removal and Installation
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Rear Side Door Sill Garnish Molding (1) - Remove
1. Starting at the front of the sill garnish molding, pull upward at the B-Pillar joint to disengage sill garnish molding.
2. Work your way rearward disengaging all of the garnish molding clips then pull forward to disengage from the C-Pillar lower.
3. Replace the retainers as required.
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Rear Seat Back Bolster Nut (1) - Remove

NOTE:

Do not pull on lower part of bolster, as this can bend or damage the part.

Rear Seat Back Bolster (2) - Remove
1. Compress foam on back of the rear seat back bolster above upper hook, and pull bolster up and out.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Rear Seat Back Cushion - Remove - Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (40 Percent Seat) , or Rear Seat Back Cushion Removal and Installation (60 Percent Seat)
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Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
Quarter Window Trim Finish Panel Bolt (2) - Remove
Body Lock Pillar Upper Trim Panel (3) - Reposition
1. Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool.
2. Grasp and gently pull up on the body lock pillar upper trim panel (3).
3. Pull the rear seat belt through the body lock pillar upper trim panel (3).
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Use a flat-bladed plastic trim tool to release the quarter lower rear trim panel.
Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel (1) - Remove
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Electrical Connector (1) - Disconnect
Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (2) - Remove