Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Cadillac CT4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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Rear Bumper Fascia (1) - Remove - Rear Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation (without Blackwing) , or Rear Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation (with Blackwing)
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Using the appropriate tool, release the back body opening side gutter retainer (1).
Release the 3 back body opening side gutter clips (2).
Back Body Opening Side Gutter (3) - Remove
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NOTE:
Use a small flat-bladed tool to disengage integral tabs on cargo tie down loop bolt cap

Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt Cap (1) - Remove [2x]
Cargo Tie Down Loop Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
Cargo Tie Down Loop (3) - Remove [2x]
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Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim (1) - Remove
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Use a small flat-bladed tool to disengage integral tabs on rear end trim finish panel opening cover (1).
Rear End Trim Finish Panel Opening Cover (1) - Remove
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With a flat bladed plastic trim tool, disengage the integral clips.
Rear End Trim Finish Panel (1) - Remove
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NOTE:
Use a flat-bladed plastic tool to remove the push-in retainers.

Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Retainer (1) - Remove [3x]
Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim (2) - Remove
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NOTE:
Carefully manipulate the deck lid hinge opening of the rear compartment side trim past the hinge cover.

Rear Compartment Side Trim Insulator Retainer (1) - Remove [4x]
Rear Compartment Side Trim (2) - Reposition
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Rear Body Structure Stop Lamp Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
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Disconnect all electrical connectors.
Rear Body Structure Stop Lamp (1) - Remove
Rear Body Structure Stop Lamp Retainer (2) - Remove and DISCARD [3x]