Power Liftgate Motor: Removal

NOTE: Power liftgate motor shown. RH side support does not use the electrical connector.

1.

Remove the LH D-pillar trim panel. REFER to Interior Trim and Ornamentation .

2.

Position aside the LH rear portion of the headliner.

3.

Disconnect the power liftgate motor electrical connector.

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4.

Release the wiring harness boot at the body side and route the wiring out of the body opening.

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NOTE: Single liftgate supports are not capable of supporting the liftgate alone. Disconnecting an individual support without proper support will allow the liftgate to fall in to a closed position.

5.
Manually support the liftgate in an open position.

NOTE: Body side connection shown. Liftgate end similar.

6.
Remove the power liftgate support.
- Release the retaining clip and remove the support from the ball pivot.
- Repeat at opposite end.

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