Body - Interior & Exterior: DECKLID/Hatch/Liftgate/Tailgate: Hinge: Removal: Removal

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Hinge Covers & Hinges

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NOTE:

It is not necessary to remove the tailgate to replace the hinges if they are replaced one at a time.

NOTE:

A suitable body sealant should be used when removing or moving the hinges.

Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755, Trim Stick) or equivalent, separate the hinge covers (3 and 4) from the hinges.
Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the position of the hinge (1) on the tailgate.
Remove the bolts (2) attaching the hinge to the tailgate.

Fig 2: Body Bolts
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Remove the bolts (1 and 2) attaching the hinge to the body.