Removal Procedure
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- Remove the left tail lamp assembly. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Swing open the endgate.
- Remove the sealing strip (1) covering the striker access hole.
- Remove the nuts (4) retaining the upper striker (1) to the body.
- Remove the upper striker and shim, if equipped, from the vehicle.