DECKLID, Convertible: Removal
- Open the decklid.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Using a china marker/grease pen or equivalent, mark the areas where the decklid hinge (3) mounts to the vehicle for use in re-installation.
- Remove the eight fasteners (1) securing the decklid trim panel (2)
- Position the decklid trim (2) away from the decklid and push the emergency latch release handle (4) through the trim panel.
- Remove the decklid trim panel (2).
- Disconnect the decklid latch wire harness at the latch.
- Remove the grommet and pull the decklid harness (5) out.
- Remove the decklid support cylinder.
- Remove the fasteners (3) attaching the liftgate hinge (2) to the vehicle. Repeat on the opposite side.
- With the help of an assistant, remove the liftgate (1) from the vehicle.