03/03/2020 13:18:43
Trim - Liftgate Trough - Upper (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 12272002
Removal
- Open the liftgate.
- Open the LH and RH rear doors.
- Move the 2nd row seats fully forward.
- Remove the LH and RH upper C-Pillar trim panels (refer to procedure).
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Use a trim tool to release the rear lower portion of the headliner.
NoteThe headliner does not need to be completely lowered.CAUTIONTake care not to damage component(s).
- Remove the LH parcel shelf support (refer to procedure).
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Disconnect the electrical connectors (x6) that connect the liftgate harness
to the main body harness.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the LH strut.
- Remove the fasteners (x2) that secure the LH C-Pillar support bracket (torque 2.5 Nm).
- Release the liftgate harness from the body and maneuver it past the C-Pillar support bracket.
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Remove the nut that secures the liftgate harness ground strap to the stud
on the body (torque 9 Nm).
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Release the grommet on the liftgate and pull the power strut harness and
electrical connector out through the body cavity.
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Carefully release the upper portion of the liftgate seal.
NoteComponents have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
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Use a trim tool to release the upper liftgate trough trim from the
body.
NoteComponents have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
- Remove the upper liftgate trough trim from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
Note
Clean the affected areas before
installation.
- Clean any remaining adhesive residue from the body.
- Ensure that the liftgate trough trim is fully seated.
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If necessary, apply P-80 emulsion to the grommet before routing the power
strut harness through the body cavity.
- Ensure that the liftgate opens and closes properly prior to installing the components that were removed for access.