:  Apr 29, 2004



. Remove the tailgate upper trim panel.
  Remove the 4 screw covers.
  Remove the 4 screws.
  Release the 2 clips.




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  : To protect the paintwork, the tailgate must be supported at all times.

Release the 2 support cables from the tailgate.
  Release the 2 clips.




. Remove the 2 support cable spigots from the tailgate.

. Lift the tailgate hinge cover for access.

. Remove the tailgate trim panel.
  Release from the 12 clips.




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  Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Remove the 12 clips from the tailgate trim panel.



. Install the tailgate trim panel.
  Install the clips.

. Lower the tailgate hinge cover.

. Tighten the support strut spigot to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).

. Position the support cables to the tailgate and secure with the clips.

. Install the tailgate upper trim panel.
  Secure with the clips.
  Install the screws.
  Install the screw covers.