Liftgate Lock Striker Removal/Installation: Notes

Remove the lock bezel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure below while detaching tabs.

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Remove the bolts, then remove the liftgate lock striker. (See LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER INSTALLATION NOTE .)

Fig 1: Liftgate Lock Striker Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Install in the reverse order of removal.