Removal And Installation: Liftgate

1. Remove the upper headliner trim panel.
   Fig 1: Removing Upper Headliner Trim Panel

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2. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   Fig 2: Liftgate Removal Procedure

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Item 3: Liftgate Strut Removal Note 

CAUTION: Support the liftgate before removing the liftgate struts.
Fig 3: Removing Liftgate Struts
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1. Remove the liftgate struts.

Item 5: Liftgate Removal Note 

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the liftgate, this step requires an assistant.
1. Remove the liftgate.