Body - Interior & Exterior: DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate: Liftgate: Removal: Removal

Fig 1: Liftgate, Upper Rear Headliner Trim & Rear Header Trim Panel

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Open and support the liftgate (1).
Using a (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, remove the upper rear headliner trim (2).
WARNING:
Do not disconnect the support rod cylinders with the liftgate closed. The support rod pistons are operated by high pressure gas. This pressure could cause damage and/or personal injury if they are removed while the pistons are compressed.

WARNING:
Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

Fig 2: Liftgate & Support Struts
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Remove the support struts (2) from the liftgate (1). Refer to PROP, GAS, REMOVAL .

Fig 3: Nuts, Header, Bolts & Hinges
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Disconnect the wire harnesses and the washer hose.
Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the hinge location.
Remove the liftgate to body fasteners (1 and 3) and remove liftgate from vehicle.