Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the liftgate is closed before starting the removal procedure on the liftgate window.

Remove the liftgate upper molding. Refer to Liftgate Upper Molding Replacement .
Open the liftgate window (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Liftgate Window & Related Components
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Remove the liftgate window handle bolts (3).

Fig 2: View Of Liftgate Window Handle Bolts & Defogger Grid Electrical Connectors
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CAUTION: Refer to Glass And Sheet Metal Handling Caution .
Remove the outside handle (4) and striker from the liftgate window.
Remove the liftgate window defogger electrical connectors (2) from the right and left sides.
With the aid of an assistant remove the struts (3) from the liftgate window. Refer to Liftgate Strut Replacement .

Fig 3: Identifying Liftgate Window & Related Components
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CAUTION: When a lift gate hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
Lower the liftgate window (1).
With the liftgate closed, remove the hinge pin C-clips (2, 3) from the liftgate window hinges.

Fig 4: View Of Hinge Pin C-Clips, Pins & Liftgate Window Hinges
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IMPORTANT: Do not open liftgate once the hinge pins have been removed from the liftgate window.
Remove the hinge pins (1).
Remove the liftgate window from the vehicle with the aid of an assistant.

Fig 5: View Of Liftgate Window
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