DECKLID / Hatch / Liftgate / Tailgate / Swing Gate: Liftgate: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the upper quarter trim panels and lower the rear of the headliner to access the hinge fasteners. Refer to PANEL, QUARTER TRIM, REMOVAL .WARNING:
Do not disconnect the support rod cylinders with the liftgate closed. The support rod pistons are operated by high pressure gas. This pressure could cause damage or personal injury if they are removed while the pistons are compressed.
WARNING:Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
- Open and support the liftgate.
- Remove the support struts (2) from the liftgate (1). Refer to PROP ASSEMBLY, POWER, REMOVAL .
- Disconnect the wire harnesses.
- Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the hinge location.
- Remove the liftgate to body fasteners (3) and remove liftgate from vehicle.