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Removal Procedure

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  1. Release the locking tabs on the lift gate trim panel access panel and remove the access panel.
  2. Remove the wing nuts from the studs on the lift gate applique.
  3. Remove the lift gate applique nuts.
    Fig 1: View Of Liftgate Applique Components
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  4. Partially remove the lift gate applique to access the electrical connector.
  5. Disconnect the lift gate applique electrical connector.
  6. Remove the lift gate applique.
  7. Remove the license plate lamp sockets from the lift gate applique.
    Fig 2: Identifying License Plate Lamp Sockets
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  8. Remove the lift gate applique lamp sockets from the lift gate applique.
  9. Remove the backup lamp sockets and harness from the lift gate applique.
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