Removing The Trunk Lid

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVE TAILGATE TRIM PANEL .
• Refer to REMOVING NUMBER PLATE LIGHT .
• Refer to REMOVE THE TAILGATE BUTTON .

• Unclip buzzer (1). Disconnect the associated plug connection and remove the buzzer.
• Unlock and disconnect all the plug connections of wiring harnesses (2) to the tailgate.
• Release wiring harnesses (2) from the tailgate at the marked attachment points (arrows) and keep them aside.

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  NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
  Mechanical effects  .
  Paint damage  .

  • Mask those working areas at risk with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
  • Remove and install heavy or bulky components with the aid of another person/other persons.
• Release screws (1) and remove the tailgate.

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