Trunk / Liftgate Hinge: Service and Repair

LIFTGATE HINGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Disconnect the PLG arm. (Liftgate side) (Vehicles with PLG)

3. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk box

b. Seat side box Seat Side Box Removal/Installation

c. Trunk end trim Trunk End Trim Removal/Installation

d. Third-row seat Rear - Third-Row Seat Removal/Installation

e. Rear scuff plate inner Rear Scuff Plate Removal/Installation

f. Third-row seat belt lower anchor installation bolt Third-Row Seat Belt Removal/Installation

g. Trunk side trim

h. Roof side trim Roof Side Trim Removal/Installation

i. Second-row seat belt upper anchor installation bolt Second-Row Seat Belt Removal/Installation

j. C-pillar trim C-Pillar Trim Removal/Installation

k. Third-row seat belt upper anchor installation bolt Third-Row Seat Belt Removal/Installation

l. D-pillar trim D-Pillar Trim Removal/Installation

m. Liftgate upper trim

n. Liftgate side trim

o. Liftgate lower trim

p. Liftgate Liftgate Removal/Installation

4. Remove the nut while partially peeling back the headliner.
NOTE:
- Be careful not to leave a fold-seam.





5. Remove the liftgate hinge.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

7. Adjust the liftgate. Adjustments