Liftgate Center Applique Replacement (Escalade)

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Fig 1: View Of Liftgate Center Applique Assembly & Nuts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Procedure Remove the rear wiper motor. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Motor Replacement . Remove the 4 applique nuts from inside the liftgate panel. Release the 3 upper integral retainer clips from the exterior side of the liftgate panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.
1	Liftgate Center Applique Assembly Nuts (Qty: 4) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2	Liftgate Center Applique Assembly Tip: Transfer the rear view camera (if equipped). Refer to Rearview Camera Replacement (Liftgate) or Rearview Camera Replacement (Endgate) .

Callout

Component Name

Procedure

Remove the rear wiper motor. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Motor Replacement .
Remove the 4 applique nuts from inside the liftgate panel.
Release the 3 upper integral retainer clips from the exterior side of the liftgate panel.
Disconnect the electrical connector.

Liftgate Center Applique Assembly Nuts (Qty: 4)

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)

Liftgate Center Applique Assembly
Tip: Transfer the rear view camera (if equipped). Refer to Rearview Camera Replacement (Liftgate) or Rearview Camera Replacement (Endgate) .