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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the screws and remove the tailgate access panel.
    Fig 1: Removing Screws And Tailgate Access Panel
    G03925305Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. NOTE: Use extreme care while removing the tailgate trim panel. The component is easily damaged during removal.
  3. Remove the tailgate trim panel.
    1. Remove the scrivets.
    2. Pull the tailgate trim panel away from the tailgate.
      Fig 2: Pulling Tailgate Trim Panel
      G03925306Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    Fig 3: Installing Tailgate Trim Panel
    G03925307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.