Back Body Opening Side Gutter Replacement - Upper (Chevrolet, GMC)

Fig 1: Back Body Opening Side Gutter - Upper (Chevrolet, GMC)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

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WARNING: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury. Preliminary Procedures Reposition the liftgate power assist actuator if equipped. Refer to Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Replacement (Chevrolet, GMC)Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Replacement (Cadillac) . Reposition the liftgate strut. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement (Manual) Liftgate Strut Replacement (Power Assist)
1	Back Body Opening Side Gutter Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
2	Back Body Opening Side Gutter Procedure Using a trim type tool release the 3 integral retainers.

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Component Name

WARNING:

When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

Preliminary Procedures

Reposition the liftgate power assist actuator if equipped. Refer to Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Replacement (Chevrolet, GMC)Liftgate Power Assist Actuator Replacement (Cadillac) .
Reposition the liftgate strut. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement (Manual) Liftgate Strut Replacement (Power Assist)

Back Body Opening Side Gutter Bolt

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten
2.5 N.m (22 lb in)

Back Body Opening Side Gutter
Procedure
Using a trim type tool release the 3 integral retainers.