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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the backup lamp sockets and harness to the lift gate applique.
  2. Install the lift gate applique lamp sockets to the lift gate applique.
  3. Install the license plate lamp sockets to the lift gate applique.
    Fig 1: Installing Procedure Lift Gate Applique (1 Of 2)
    G01518409Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the lift gate applique electrical connector.
  5. Install the lift gate applique to the lift gate.
  6. Install the lift gate applique nuts.

    Tighten the lift gate applique nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  7. Install the wing nuts to the studs on the lift gate applique.
  8. Hand tighten the wing nuts.
  9. Install the lift gate trim panel access panel and engage the locking tabs. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE (AZTEK)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - LIFT GATE (RENDEZVOUS)  .
    Fig 2: Installing Procedure Lift Gate Applique (2 Of 2)
    G01518410Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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