Tailgate/Trunk Lid Panel

Tailgate/trunk lid panel

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removal

Removing the tailgate panel




Open the tailgate.
Remove the closing handle panel.

Hint: Use a weatherstrip tool.




Remove the tailgate panel. It is secured with 6 clips.

Hint: Begin by pulling the closing handle down.




Detach the panels at the edges. They are secured with clips, 1 per side.

Caution! The panels on the sides are connected to the center panel.




Remove the center panel and the panels at the edges. They are secured with 4 clips.

Installation

Installing the tailgate panel




Ensure that the 3 panels are connected.

Install:
- the center panel using the 4 clips
- the panels at the sides using the clips, 1 per side.




- the tailgate panel using the 6 clips
- the closing handle using the 2 clips.
Ensure that the clips are correctly located in relation to the tailgate.
Install the closing handle panel.
Close the tailgate.