Tailgate Hinge (G2220030): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.

Remove the front overhead console.
Refer to: FRONT OVERHEAD CONSOLE .
Remove the rear overhead console.
Refer to: REAR OVERHEAD CONSOLE .
Remove the A-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
Remove the B-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM PANEL .
Remove the C-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
Remove the lower tailgate trim panel.
Refer to: TAILGATE TRIM PANEL .
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Lower the second row seat head restraints.
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Fold down the second row seat backrests.
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Using each adjustment switch in turn, move the seat fully in all directions.
Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT .
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the 2 covers.
NOTE: Repeat this step for the other side.

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- Release the sun visor.
- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the clip.
NOTE: Repeat this step for the other side.

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Remove the cover.
NOTE: Repeat this step for the other side.

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- Fold the sun visor down.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the sun visor.
NOTE: Do this step for all 4 components.

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Remove the door aperture seal.
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Release the tailgate aperture seal.
NOTE: Do this step for all 4 components.

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- Fold down the passenger assist handle.
- Release the 2 access covers.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

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Release the headliner.
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- Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
- Remove the clip.
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- Remove the 3 bolts.
- Disconnect the 11 electrical connectors.
- Remove the 4 clips.
- Release the 2 grommets.
NOTE: Repeat this step for the other side.

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- Support the tailgate.
- Remove the clip.
- Release the strut.
NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

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- Remove the 4 nuts.
- With assistance, remove the tailgate assembly.
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- Remove the 3 clips.
- Remove the moulding.
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- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the tailgate hinge.