Tail Gate Latch Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove tail gate tray. < Ref. to REMOVAL , TAIL GATE TRAY. >
Remove tail gate cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Tail Gate Cover
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Remove rod clamp.

Fig 2: Identifying Rod Clamp
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Remove bolts and tail gate latch.

Fig 3: Locating Tail Gate Latch And Bolts
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