Repair Procedures: Replacement

Information 

• Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
• Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

1. Remove the luggage board (A).
   Fig 1: Removing Luggage Board

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2. Disconnect the Liftgate weatherstrip.
3. Remove the rear transverse trim (A).
   Fig 2: Removing Rear Transverse Trim

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4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Information 

Make sure that the connector is plugged in properly.