Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lower the midgate window to the full open/down position.
Open the midgate.

Fig 1: Midgate Latch Striker

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Remove the screws retaining the midgate latch striker to the body.
Remove the midgate latch striker and shim (if equipped) from the pillar.