WARNING:
Removing the stay damper, liftgate hinge securing bolt, or liftgate without supporting the liftgate may cause the liftgate to fall off and injure you. When removing the stay damper, liftgate hinge, or liftgate, always use two persons to perform the work.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
3. Disconnect the connectors shown in the figure.

4. Disconnect rear washer hose D.
5. Remove bolt A. (with SIRIUS satellite radio system)
6. Remove clip A. (with SIRIUS satellite radio system)
7. Partially peel the liftgate grommet in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, and remove the liftgate grommet from the liftgate grommet inner.

8. Using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver, press the liftgate grommet inner tabs B in the directions of arrows (2) and (3) shown in the figure and remove the liftgate grommet inner from the liftgate in the direction of arrow (4).

9. Remove rear washer hose D and the wiring harness from the liftgate and set them aside.
10. Using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver, remove the stay damper securing band in the direction of arrows (5) shown in the figure.

11. Remove bolt B.
12. Remove the stay damper.
13. Remove the stud ball.
14. Remove bolts C.
15. Remove the liftgate.
16. Install in the reverse order of removal.
17. Adjust the liftgate..
Liftgate Recess Removal/Installation
Liftgate Side Trim Removal/InstallationAuto Light System
Outline
The auto light system automatically turns the TNS and headlights on/off according
to the illumination level above and in front of the vehicle.
The auto light system is controlled by the front body control module (FBCM).
The front body control module (FBCM) performs ...
Passenger Compartment Temperature Sensor Inspection [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Measure the temperature around the passenger compartment temperature sensor
and measure the resistance between passenger compartment temperature sensor terminals
A and B.
If the characteristics of the passenger compartment temperature sensor are
not as shown in the graph, replace t ...
Front Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
Remove the curtain air bag module to prevent damage before servicing.
Front-side
Rear-side
CAUTION:
Avoid cutting with a blowtorch or similar tools as the insulator (shaded
area) is flammable.
1. Rough cut the ...