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Liftgate Assembly - Remove And Install: Remove

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  1. Open the LH front door and fully lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the liftgate.
  3. Open the RH rear door.
  4. Fold the RH 2nd row seat to the down the position.
  5. Remove the front trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor - Front (Remove and Replace) .
  6. Remove the trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace) .
  7. Remove the RH trunk side trim. See.
  8. Remove the RH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  9. Release the clips that attach the rear edge of the rear headliner to the vehicle.
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  10. Remove the liftgate harness ground bolt.
    NOTE: Inspect the bolt. If the bolt is a self tapping tri-lobular bolt (1128269-00-A), then discard. If it is a normal bolt (1447438-00-A), reuse.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
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  11. Disconnect the liftgate harness connectors (x3).
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  12. Release the grommet from the body.
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  13. Use a telescoping hood prop to support the liftgate.
  14. Place shop towels on the LH and RH side trunk jambs.
  15. Release the liftgate power strut upper ball stud that is attached to the liftgate, and then lay the strut down on the door jamb.
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  16. Release the liftgate strut assist upper ball stud that is attached to the liftgate, and then lay the strut down on the door jamb.
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  17. With assistance, remove the bolts that attach the liftgate to the vehicle, and then place the liftgate on a stand.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm combination wrench
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