Preliminary Procedures

1. Remove the liftgate window side garnish molding. Refer to Liftgate Window Side Garnish Moulding Replacement .
2. Remove the tailgate window upper garnish moulding. Refer to Tailgate Window Upper Garnish Moulding Replacement .

1

Tailgate Inside Pull Handle Cover

2

Tailgate Inside Pull Handle Cover Fastener (Qty: 2)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3

Tailgate Latch Closeout Cover

4

Tailgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Assembly

Procedure

1. Use a trim panel removal tool to aid in the removal of the trim panel from the tailgate assembly.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.

Tip
Remove the upper and lower tailgate trim finish panels together and then separate them.