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Removal Procedure

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  1. Open and support the liftgate.
  2. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate (Lower)  or Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate (Upper)  or Trim Panel Replacement - Liftgate (Right or Left) .
  3. Remove the liftgate wiring harness.
  4. Place protective coverings over adjacent body panels.
  5. Use a grease pencil to mark the location of the liftgate hinge to the liftgate.
  6. Remove the struts from the liftgate. Refer to Strut Replacement - Liftgate .
  7. With the aid of an assistant, remove the bolts from the liftgate hinge.
    8. Fig 1: Removing Liftgate From Vehicle
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  8. With the aid of an assistant, remove the liftgate from the vehicle.
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