Disassembly And Assembly: Disassembly
NOTE:
The operation should be carried out with the liftgate removed.
- Remove the liftgate glass. Refer to GLASS, LIFTGATE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the wiper motor. Refer to REAR WIPER MOTOR, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the liftgate and place it on a work bench. Refer to LIFTGATE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the liftgate latch (1b). Refer to LATCH, LIFTGATE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Release the liftgate release switch retainers (2a).
- Disconnect the wiring connector and remove the liftgate release switch (2b).
- Using trim stick or equivalent, release the license plate light retainers (1b).
- Disconnect the license plate lamp wiring connector and remove the lamp (1a).
- Unscrew the rubber bumper (1) and remove.
- With the use of a drill equipped with an appropriate tip, remove the rivets (2a) and the tail lamp pad (2b).