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Liftgate - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. With an assistant, install the liftgate onto the vehicle.

    38 N.m (28.0 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • External Torx E18
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  2. Install the LH and RH liftgate strut ball studs onto the liftgate.

    22 N.m (16.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 13 mm socket
    NOTE: Install new patched ball studs.
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  3. Install the LH and RH liftgate struts to liftgate and secure them with strut clips (x2).
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  4. Install the screws (x4) that attach the LH and RH liftgate wedge bumpers onto the liftgate.

    12 N.m (8.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T30 socket
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  5. Install the LH and RH liftgate lower bumper stops onto the liftgate.
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  6. Close the liftgate to check for gap/flush, and that the liftgate closes as expected.
    NOTE: Adjust the hinges if necessary, and then open the liftgate when done.
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  7. Install the license plate frame screw grommets (x4) onto the liftgate.
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  8. Install the applique bracket screw grommets (x3) onto the liftgate.
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  9. Install the RH license plate light onto the liftgate.
    NOTE: Make sure you hear the locking tab snap into place holding the license plate light in place.
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  10. Install the LH license plate light onto the liftgate.
    NOTE: Make sure you hear the locking tabs (x3) snap into place holding the license plate light in place.
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  11. Install the liftgate drain plug.
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  12. Insert the liftgate harness through the top liftgate grommet hole, and then secure the harness with clips (x17).
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  13. Install the liftgate harness grommet.
    NOTE: Apply P-80 onto the grommet for easier fit.
    NOTE: Make sure the grommet is fully installed.
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  14. Install the RH pinch strip grommet onto the liftgate.
    NOTE: Apply P-80 onto the grommet for easier fit.
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  15. Install the RH rear liftgate pinch strip assembly onto the liftgate and secure it with push clips (x3).
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  16. Install the LH pinch strip grommet onto the liftgate.
    NOTE: Apply P-80 onto grommet for easier fit.
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  17. Install the LH rear liftgate pinch strip assembly onto the liftgate and secure it with push clips (x3).
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  18. Install the LH and RH liftgate anti pinch electrical connectors (x2).
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  19. Install the backlight glass, but do not install the upper and lower trims or the speaker trim at this time. See BACKLIGHT GLASS (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  20. Connect the RH and LH license plate light electrical connectors (x2).
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  21. Install the LH and RH liftgate water catch basin assemblies, and secure them with clips (x2).
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  22. Install new patch bolts (x8) that attach the liftgate bracket trim to the liftgate.

    2.5 N.m (1.8 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T25 bit
    NOTE: Install new bolts.
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  23. Install the LH and RH liftgate tweeters. See Tweeter - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  24. Install the LH and RH liftgate speakers. See Speaker - Liftgate - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  25. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the ground strap to the liftgate.

    8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  26. Remove the radio tuner. See Tuner - FM/HD (Remove and Replace) .
  27. Connect the liftgate high force cinching actuator electrical connector.
    NOTE: Engage the locking tabs.
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  28. Connect the liftgate latch power release electrical connector.
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  29. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the harness ground straps to the liftgate.

    9 N.m (6.6 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  30. Install the rear facing camera.
    NOTE: Feed the camera electrical connector and grommet seal through the liftgate.
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  31. Install the grommet to the liftgate.
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  32. Connect the rear facing camera electrical connector.
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  33. Clean the mating surfaces of the liftgate applique bracket with an IPA wipe.
    NOTE: Clean away any residue. Use your thumb to help roll off the adhesive. Allow 1 minute for the IPA to dry before continuing.
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  34. Place the liftgate taillight and applique bracket assembly onto the liftgate body.
    NOTE: Do not fully secure the applique yet. Rest on the liftgate and route rear facing camera onto the applique bracket.
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  35. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the rear facing camera to the liftgate bracket.

    1 N.m (.7 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
    NOTE: (x1) hook.
    NOTE: Install new bolts.
    NOTE: Secure the rear facing camera electrical harness.
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  36. Secure the liftgate applique bracket, and then install bolts (x3).

    2 N.m (1.5 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T20 bit
    NOTE: Apply double sided tape if needed. Peel away the red tape, as needed.
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  37. Install the nuts (x6) that attach the LH and RH taillight assemblies.

    4 N.m (2.9 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 8 mm socket
    NOTE: (x2) taillight trim covers.
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  38. Connect the LH and RH taillight electrical connectors.
    NOTE: Secure the locking tabs.
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  39. Install the antenna LV noise filter. See Noise Filter - LV - Antenna (Remove and Replace) .
  40. Install the FM antenna amplifiers. See Antenna Amplifier - FM (Remove and Replace) .
  41. Install the antenna ground noise filter. See Noise Filter - Ground - Antenna (Remove and Replace) .
  42. Connect the liftgate handle assembly electrical connector.
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  43. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the liftgate handle to the liftgate.

    14.4 N.m (10.6 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T30 socket
    NOTE: Support the liftgate handle from the interior.
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  44. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the liftgate latch to the liftgate.

    10 N.m (7.4 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Torx T30 socket
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  45. Install the liftgate latch power release cable to the liftgate.
    NOTE: (x1) holding tab
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  46. Connect the cable to the liftgate high force cinching actuator, and then position the actuator into the liftgate.
    NOTE: (x2) holding tabs
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  47. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the liftgate cinching actuator to the liftgate.

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  48. Close the liftgate to check for gap/flush and that the latch closes as expected.
    NOTE: Adjust the hinges if necessary, and then open the liftgate when done.
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  49. Connect the electrical harness to the high mounted brake light assembly.
    NOTE: Secure the clip onto the liftgate.
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  50. Install the RH catch basin cover.
    NOTE: Position the electrical harness onto the catch basin cover.
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  51. Install the LH catch basin cover.
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  52. Position the electrical harness into the vehicle and secure the grommet.
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  53. Install the bolt that attaches the ground strap to the body.

    9 N.m (6.6 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  54. Install the clips (x5) that attach the liftgate electrical harness to the body.
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  55. Connect the liftgate harness electrical connectors.
    NOTE: Secure the locking tabs.
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  56. Install the partially released headliner corner. Secure the headliner with clips (x7).
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  57. Install the RH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  58. Install the RH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  59. Install the RH trunk sill trim. See Trim - Sill - Trunk (Remove and Replace) .
  60. Install the liftgate upper trim. See Trim - Upper - Liftgate (Remove and Replace) .
  61. Install the liftgate speaker grille. Grille - Speaker - Liftgate (Remove and Replace) .
  62. Install the lower liftgate trim. See Trim - Liftgate - Lower (Remove and Replace) .
  63. Close the liftgate.
  64. Fold 2nd row seats into vertical position, if equipped.
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  65. Close the LH and RH rear doors.
  66. Move the driver and front passenger seats back to their original position.
  67. Close the LH and RH front doors.
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