Trunk / Liftgate: Service and Repair

Liftgate










1. Remove both upper B-pillar trim panels.

2. Remove both upper C-pillar trim panels.

3. Gently drop down the headliner in the rear to access the liftgate bulkhead electrical connector and the rear washer hose.
1. Remove the 2 rear headliner pin-type retainers.

2. Release the headliner from the liftgate weather strip and gently let drop down.


4. Disconnect the liftgate bulkhead connector located under LH rear of headliner.





5. Release the wiring harness locator and position the harness outside of the vehicle.





6. NOTICE: Plug washer hose after disconnecting. Failure to do so will result in damage to headliner due to fluid leakage.

Disconnect the rear washer hose located under the right rear of headliner.






7. Release the washer hose grommet and position outside of the vehicle.

8. With the help of an assistant, disconnect both liftgate shocks at the liftgate.

9. NOTICE: To minimize the possibility of the cross threading, hand-start all fasteners during the installation.

With the help of an assistant, mark the position of each hinge with a wax pencil or suitable non staining marker and remove the 4 liftgate hinge-to-liftgate bolts.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).


10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- If necessary, adjust the liftgate. For additional information, refer to Liftgate Alignment Liftgate Alignment.