Trim Panel - Tailgate, Upper: Removal

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Remove the screws and remove the tailgate access panel.

Fig 1: Removing Screws
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use extreme care while removing the tailgate trim panel. The component is easily damaged during removal.

Remove the tailgate trim panel.
1. Remove the scrivets.
2. Pull the tailgate trim panel away from the tailgate.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Scrivets
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.