Upper Rear Lid Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Fig 1: Identifying Spring Clamps And Rubber Buffers

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

If the trim clamps -2- remain in the rear lid mounting points, remove them and insert them in the trim.

Check clamps for damage or deformation, replace if necessary.

-- Make sure all the rubber buffers -1- are in the trim.

-- Insert the trim panel first behind the side window frame in the rear lid.

-- Install the upper rear lid trim first at the top and then along the sides.