1. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate recess.
2. Remove fasteners A.

3. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the liftgate lower trim in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2), (3), (4) and remove it while detaching clips B, clips C and pins D.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate Lock Striker Removal/Installation
Liftgate Opener Switch InspectionHeater Core
Purpose
The heater core heats passing air.
Function
A portion of the engine coolant is taken into the heater core to heat the
air passing through the heater core.
Construction
The heater core consists of a tube which passes engine coolant, and the heat
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Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
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Center Accessory Socket Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper console..
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the gap between the cap tab
and socket.
4. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, press the center accessory socket ...