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Taillight - RH - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the liftgate and remove the parcel shelf and trunk load floor.
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  2. Release the 6 clips that attach the trunk sill panel to the vehicle.
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  3. Release the clips that attach the RH trunk bracket to the vehicle.
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  4. Remove the rear trunk floor.
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  5. Release the 4 clips that attach the rear wall trim to the vehicle.
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  6. Release the clip that attaches the RH side bolster trim to the vehicle.
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  7. Release the clips (x4) that attach the RH lower C-pillar trim to the RH mid C-pillar trim.
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  8. Release the clips (x3) that attach the RH mid C-pillar trim to the vehicle.
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  9. Release the clips (x7) that attach the RH upper C-pillar trim and move the trim aside.
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  10. Release the clips (x3) that attach the RH trunk side trim to the vehicle.
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  11. Disconnect the electrical harness from the RH taillight.
    CAUTION: DO NOT push down on the red locking tab. Pull the tab away from the connector until the connector is unlocked, and then continue pulling to release the connector.
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  12. Remove the nuts (x4) that attach the RH taillight to the vehicle.
    NOTE: 4x nuts, 8 mm, 4 N.m
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  13. Remove the RH taillight from the vehicle.
    NOTE: Make note of any shims or spacers to retain fitment on install.
    CAUTION: Use caution not to damage painted surfaces.
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  14. Remove the screws (x3) that attach the fixed door to the RH taillight.
    NOTE: 3x screws, T20, 2.5 N.m
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