Rear Lid Closing Aid VX16, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Remove the rear lid lower trim panel. Refer to REAR LID LOWER TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Disconnect the connector -2-.

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-- To release the release cable -4- turn the mount -3- slightly in the direction of -arrow- and hold.

-- Disengage the support bracket -5-.

-- Disengage the release cable -3-.

-- Release the clip -1- 90° in the direction of -arrow-.

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-- Repeat the procedure for the remaining clips.

-- Remove the closing assist -2-.