Panel, Trim: Removal
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- Press down on the pull cup (2).
- Using a (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, at the top in the center (1), release the cup from the trim panel.
- Remove the two pull cups (1) from the lower trim panel.CAUTION:
Trim panel attachment clips should be discarded and replaced with new ones anytime the trim is removed.
- Using a (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, release the lower retaining clips (3) and carefully pry the trim panel (1) away from the inside of the liftgate (4).
- Carefully release the upper retaining clips (2) and separate the trim panel completely from the liftgate.
- Disconnect the trim panel lighting connectors.
- Remove the lower liftgate trim panel from the vehicle.
- Remove and discard the trim panel attachments clips.
- Remove the upper trim panel (2) using a (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, carefully pry the trim panel away from the inside of the liftgate (1) to release the fasteners that secure the panel to the liftgate.
- Remove and discard the trim panel attachments clips.