When prying with a flat-tipped screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
After loosening the mounting screws, ther remove the tail gate trim (A).
Replace and damaged clips.
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Remove the tail gate trim.
After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the latch assembly (A).
Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8 N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1 kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)
Disconnect the connector (B).
Installation is the reverse of removal
Make sure the connector is connected properly and the connecting rod is connected properly.
Make sure the tail gate opens properly and locks securely.
Take care not to be closed the tail gate, when removing the lift.
Using a screwdriver (A), lift up slightly the socket clips (B) of both ends on the lifer (D), and then remove the lifter from the bracket (C).
Push the socket of the lifter into the bracket for installation.
Make sure the tail gate lock and opens properly and locks securely.
Do not apply sealant to the body.
Remove the tail gate weatherstrip (A).
Installation is the reverse of removal.
Install the weatherstrip aligned with center line (B).
After loosening the tail gate hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the tail gate by moving it up or down, or right or left.
Adjust the striker (C) by moving it up or down, or right or left.