2025-09-11

Rear Panel (Model YL) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 10101800002 FRT 0.78 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Rear Panel (Model YL) (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Rear center bolt that secures the lower trunk assembly
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Replace 1784125-00-A
Rear fastening bolts (x2) that secure the lower trunk assembly
24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
 Reuse
Bolts (x4) that attach the rear end panel to the body
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the trunk tub. See Trunk Tub (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove the rear center bolt that secures the lower trunk assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  3. Remove the rear fastening bolts (x2) that secure the lower trunk assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  4. Remove the rear bumper beam. See Rear Bumper Beam (Remove and Replace).
  5. Lift the rear primary seal from the rear panel.
  6. Remove the rear fascia center bracket. See Bracket - Center - Rear Fascia (Remove and Replace).
  7. Remove the liftgate striker. See Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  8. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the rear panel to the body.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
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    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  9. Slide the rear panel outward to remove it from the rear of the vehicle.

Install

  1. Align the holes on the rear panel to the studs on the body, pay attaention to the location pins (x2).
  2. Install the bolts (x4) that attach the rear panel to the body.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  3. Install the rear fascia center bracket. See Bracket - Center - Rear Fascia (Remove and Replace).
  4. Seat the liftgate primary seal along the rear panel assembly.
  5. Install the rear bumper beam. See Rear Bumper Beam (Remove and Replace).
  6. Install a new rear center bolt that secures the lower trunk assembly.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  7. Install the rear fastening bolts (x2) that secure the lower trunk assembly.
    24 Nm (17.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
  8. Install the trunk tub. See Trunk Tub (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).
  9. Install the liftgate striker. See Striker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace).
  10. Install the trunk sill trim. See Trunk Sill Lower Trim (Remove and Replace).
  11. Install the trunk load floor. See Trunk Load Floor (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).