Liftgate Lock Striker Removal/Installation: Notes

Pull the lock bezel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and detach the lock bezel tabs from the trunk end trim.

Fig 1: Detaching Lock Bezel Tabs From Trunk End Trim
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Remove the bolts.

Fig 2: Removing Liftgate Lock Striker Bolts
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Remove the liftgate lock striker.
Install in the reverse order of removal.