2025-09-11

Liftgate Power Strut - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 11332900102 FRT 0.30 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.

Remove

  1. Open the LH rear door and lower the LH rear window.
  2. Move the LH 2nd row seat forward.
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    Note
    Adjust the seat back if needed.
  3. Open the liftgate.
  4. Fold the 3rd row seatback down.
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    Note
    Protect the seat back upholstery from any potential scratch or damage.
  5. Remove the LH C-pillar lower trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).
  6. Release the clips (x14), locator pins (x2), and tabs (x2) that attach the LH trunk side trim to the body.
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    Note
    This is to aid the removal of the C-pillar upper trim.
  7. Release the clips (x10), locator pins (x4), and tabs (x2) that attach the LH C-pillar upper trim to the body, and then disconnect the seat dump switch connector and release the charging port release cable.
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    Note
    Do not pull the trim too far from the vehicle, as it is still attached by the connector and charging port release cable.
  8. Support the liftgate with a telescoping hood prop.
  9. Carefully release the clip that attaches the LH rear section of the headliner to the body.
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    Note
    This is to gain access to the power strut connector.
  10. Disconnect the LH liftgate power strut connector.
  11. Push the trunk power strut rubber grommet through the body of the vehicle.
  12. Release the clip that attaches the upper end of the liftgate power strut to the upper liftgate lid ball stud.
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    Lay the power strut down on the door jamb.
  13. Release the clip that attaches the lower end of the liftgate power strut to the lower liftgate lid ball stud, and then remove the power strut from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Install the clip that attaches the lower end of the liftgate power strut to the lower liftgate lid ball stud.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure that the clips that attach the power strut ends to the trunk are securely attached to avoid the strut to become loose and damaged.
  2. Install the clip that attaches the upper end of the liftgate power strut to the upper liftgate lid ball stud.
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    CAUTION
    Make sure that the clips that attach the power strut ends to the trunk are securely attached to avoid the strut to become loose and damaged.
  3. Pull the trunk power strut rubber grommet through the body of the vehicle.
  4. Connect the LH liftgate power strut connector.
  5. Carefully install the clip that attaches the LH rear section of the headliner to the body.
  6. Remove the prop supporting the liftgate.
  7. Connect the seat dump switch connector and install the charging port release cable, and then install the clips, locator pins, and tabs that attach the LH C-pillar upper trim to the body.
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    Note
    While installing the upper trim, make sure that the air vent is properly installed.
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    Note
    After installation, make sure that the seal fully covers the edge of the trim.
  8. Install the clips (x14), locator pins (x2), and tabs (x2) that attach the LH trunk side trim to the body.
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    Note
    After installation, make sure that the seal fully covers the edge of the trim.
  9. Move the 3rd row seatback back to its original position.
  10. Close the liftgate.
  11. Install the LH C-pillar lower trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Model YL) (Remove and Replace).
  12. Move the LH 2nd row seat back to its original position.
  13. Raise the LH rear window and close the LH rear door.