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Removal Procedure

  1. Open and support the endgate.
    NOTE: Refer to LIFTGATE ASSIST ROD NOTICE in GM VEHICLES CAUTIONS & NOTICES article.
  2. Lift up the retainer clips on the endgate struts using a small flat-bladed tool.
  3. Remove the upper end of the endgate struts from the ball joint.
    Fig 1: Locating Endgate Struts Ends
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  4. Remove the lower end of the endgate struts from the ball joint.
  5. Remove the endgate struts from the endgate.