Removal And Installation

1. Remove the tailgate frame upper trim.
   Fig 1: Removing Tailgate Frame Upper Trim

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2. Remove the tailgate glass side trim.
   Fig 2: Removing Tailgate Glass Side Trim

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3. Remove the tailgate trim panel.
   Fig 3: Removing Tailgate Trim Panel

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4. Remove the rear wiper arm.
   Fig 4: Removing Rear Wiper Arm

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5. Remove the hexagonal nut.
   Fig 5: Identifying Hexagonal Nut

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6. Remove the rear wiper motor mounting 3 bolts and disconnect the wire connector.

   Remove the rear wiper motor.

   Fig 6: Removing Wiper Motor Mounting Bolts

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7. Remove the tailgate lifter with ball joint.
   Fig 7: Removing Tailgate Lifter With Ball Joint

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Tightening torque: 

1. 11-16 Nm (110-160 kg.cm, 8-12 lb.ft)