Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the luggage board (A).

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Disconnect the tailgate weatherstrip.
Remove the rear transverse trim (A).

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure that the connector is plugged in properly.