Removing the trunk lid handle

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE TRIM STRIP ON THE TRUNK LID .
Refer to REMOVING THE TOP TRIM FOR THE REAR WINDOW FRAME .
Refer to REMOVING THE TRIM FOR THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE REAR WINDOW FRAMES .
Refer to REMOVING THE POWER TAILGATE SWITCH .
Refer to REMOVING TRUNK COMPARTMENT LIGHT ON TRUNK LID .
Refer to REMOVING TAILGATE TRIM PANEL .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR VIEW CAMERA (RFK) .

Disconnect plug connection (1) .
Loosen nuts (2) .

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION
Release the tailgate handle (1) on the clips (2) toward the rear and remove.

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION