Liftgate Upper Applique Replacement (GMC Yukon Two-mode Hybrid)

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Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Upper Applique

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Open and support the rear liftgate assembly. Disengage the high mounted stop lamp electrical harness grommet and connector from the rear body panel.
1	Back Body Opening Upper Applique Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 10 N.m (89 lb in)
2	High Mounted Stop Lamp Electrical Connector
3	Retainer Pin (Qty: 3) Procedure Release the retainer pins and push upward on the rear edge of the applique. Slide the applique to the left in order to release the applique hinges from the liftgate hinge pins. Remove the applique from the vehicle.
4	Back Body Opening Upper Applique TIP: Transfer the high mounted stop assembly. Refer to High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement (Avalanche) , High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement (Yukon) , High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement (Escalade) , High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement (Yukon Two-mode Hybrid) .